Senior Systems Accountant

Fuel Card Services Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fleet solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Systems Accountant to optimise financial systems and bridge finance and technology departments. The role involves maintaining data integrity, partnering with IT for new technology implementation, and conducting training sessions for finance staff. The ideal candidate will hold a recognised accounting qualification and have experience with ERP systems. This position offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits.

Benefits

10% annual bonus

4% Employer pension, 5% Employee pension

25 days annual leave

Free breakfast

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Holding a recognised accounting qualification.
• Proven experience with leading ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Administering and optimising ERP systems.
• Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Providing expert support to finance teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage)

Job description

About Us

At Motia, we’re at the forefront of fleet solutions, providing innovative services that power businesses across the UK. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth, ensuring you can build a career, not just a job. With over 300 employees across five offices, we support over 50,000 customers nationwide. Whether you’re passionate about sales, technology, customer service, or management, you’ll find opportunities here that will challenge, inspire, and reward you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Senior Systems Accountant will focus on the analysis, design and optimisation of all financial systems. You will bridge the finance and technology departments, ensuring financial systems are efficient, accurate and aligned with business objectives. You will be essential for optimising financial software, managing system integrations and providing data‑driven insights to improve financial reporting and support informed business decisions.

Base Pay Range

£74,000 – £84,000 per annum (DOE)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial system management: Administering and optimising ERP systems, accounting platforms and other financial software.
• Data integrity and compliance: Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
• Technical support and troubleshooting: Providing expert support to finance teams, resolving system‑related issues and diagnosing errors.
• Process automation and improvement: Identifying and implementing automation opportunities and process enhancements to streamline financial operations.
• Technology implementation and collaboration: Partnering with IT and finance teams to implement new financial technologies, system upgrades and integrations.
• Training and development: Conducting training sessions for finance staff on financial software and reporting tools.
• Financial reporting and analysis: Designing and generating comprehensive financial reports to support business analysis and strategic decision‑making.
• Internal controls and compliance: Ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks and accounting principles.
• Vendor management: Collaborating with external vendors and stakeholders on system‑related projects.

Requirements

• Professional certification: Holding a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACA, ACCA).
• ERP system expertise: Proven experience with leading ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Sage.
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities: Demonstrating strong analytical skills and the ability to resolve complex technical and financial issues.
• Financial reporting proficiency: Comprehensive knowledge of financial reporting standards and accounting principles.
• Software and data analysis skills: Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.
• Process improvement and automation: Expertise in identifying and implementing process improvements and automation solutions like lean finance.
• Communication and collaboration: Excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration between finance and IT teams.
• Attention to detail and accuracy: Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• System implementation and troubleshooting: Experience in system implementation, upgrades, and troubleshooting.

Benefits

• Bonus: 10% annual.
• Pension: 4% Employer, 5% Employee.
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite, 2 days from home.
• Additional day annual leave for your birthday.
• Free breakfast.
• Sociable working hours: no weekends or evenings.
• Early Friday finish.
• Fun, supportive working environment.
• Dress‑down office.
• 25 days annual leave.
• 4 × salary life assurance.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Finance

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting