Job Description:
Systems Accountant
Jonas Software UK & Europe consists of a number of trading companies spanning 25 + businesses with offices from Bath to Edinburgh, Ireland and Sweden, experiencing continued growth. The company is a division of the highly successful Constellation Software Inc, which is one of the largest Canadian software companies traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. Growing rapidly through organic sales and acquisition of new businesses in the United Kingdom and Europe.
The position will be office based (although home based will be considered) as the role will cover the United Kingdom.
https://www.jonassoftware.co.uk/
https://jonassoftware.com/
POSITION:
Reporting to the Finance Operations Director the Systems Accountant will be responsible for ensuring that the Finance systems are fit for purpose and compliant with our statutory reporting requirements. They will be required to manage the full data process across all our systems, ensuring accuracy of data and reports across multiple platforms.
They will implement and maintain a change control process so that we have consistent across each system, looking for continuous improvement opportunities to automate and improve the way that systems talk to each other.
The role will be responsible for maintaining training documentation and making sure that all users across the portfolio receive training in systems relevant to their roles.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute the following responsibilities:
Liaising with colleagues around the business on system developments and integrations of new acquisitions
Taking ownership of all financial systems and how they interact;
Great Plains / Concur
BPC
Vena
Credit Hound
Alphatax
IRIS Payroll
Workday
Provide support for all finance systems and troubleshoot issues
Proactive approach to developing internal systems where there are opportunities for innovation
Review integrations into systems and look at automation opportunities using existing and new technologies, recommending where to proceed with projects
Lead on new projects and system implementations
Assist in improving processes across the finance team
Identify and promote system and business best practice, maximising efficiency and reducing cost
Developing Training Strategy and provide training for end users across the portfolio
Proactive approach to developing internal systems where there are opportunities
Ensure finance data is secure and implement the relevant archiving policies
Identify and provide early warnings of any issues or potential control weaknesses.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Relevant experience in finance positions or environment
Holds or studying towards a relevant qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
Excellent organising abilities
Leadership Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Continuous Improvement mindset
Great attention to detail
Good with numbers and figures, with analytical acumen
Good understanding of accounting and financial systems
Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with other software applications.
Business Unit:
Jonas Software UK - Finance
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Number of Openings Available:
1
Worker Type:
Regular
Career Site:
More About Jonas Software:
Jonas Software is the leading provider of enterprise management software solutions to the Country and Golf Clubs, Foodservice, Construction, Fitness & Sports, Attractions, Salon & Spa, Education, Radiology/Laboratory Information Systems, and Product Licensing industries. Within these vertical markets, Jonas is made up of over 65 distinct brands, which are respected and leaders within their own domain.
Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across the aforementioned vertical markets and to be recognized by customers and respective industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of ‘Software for Life’ and as an ambassador for technology, product innovation, quality, and customer service.
Jonas Software is the valued technology partner of over 60,000 customers worldwide in more than 30 countries. Jonas employs over 2,000 skilled individuals consisting of a cross-section of industry experts and technology professionals. Jonas is headquartered in Canada and also operates offices throughout North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia New Zealand and Africa. Jonas is a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., headquartered in Toronto and traded on the S&P/TSX 60.
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