Data Management Accountant

Description:

Job Description for Data Management Accountant - 12 months Fixed Term

We are pleased to announce a new opportunity to join our client’s finance team as a Data Management Accountant. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the Chart of Accounts, managing requested changes and additions, and providing guidance to colleagues in finance. Additionally, you will be tasked with testing and verifying systems and data as needed by the business, as well as uploading actual and budget data between finance systems. Furthermore, you will define reporting requirements, create specifications, collaborate with teams to implement solutions, and ensure successful testing and deployment to the business. You will also play a key role in fostering financial literacy among non-Finance colleagues and designing business support around customer needs and expectations. Although this position is remote, occasional travel to our client’s Head Office in Birmingham may be required. Candidates should therefore reside within a reasonable commuting distance.

If you are ready to join an organisation that prioritises social impact and encourages employee empowerment, we encourage you to review the following job description and make an application.

Essential Skills, Person Specification & Competencies:

* Proficiency in Data Governance and Data Management Frameworks

* Previous experience handling intricate financial systems connected to various feeder systems

* Knowledge of financial controls and protective measures

* Familiarity with updating chart of accounts and hierarchies

* Preferred background in change management

* Knowledge of social housing and care sectors is a plus

* Ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels, including Senior Managers and Directors

* Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA/CA graduate or equivalent finance professional with relevant experience.

Location:

Birmingham

Remote with occasional travel to the head office based in Birmingham, needs to be within commutable distance.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: £53,232 per annum

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Our client is dedicated to empowering their employees to excel in their roles by providing opportunities for flexible working arrangements, ongoing skill development, and fostering a positive and supportive work environment. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, which includes perks like Blue Light Card discounts, holiday trading options, volunteer days, Occupational Sick Pay, and Occupational Maternity Pay, we strive to create a work environment that prioritises employee well-being and work-life balance.

Our client can offer flexibility to their team members, and now offer a nine-day fortnight schedule, allowing employees to schedule their work hours over nine days and enjoy a three-day weekend every other week. More information regarding this schedule will be provided to successful candidates upon receiving a job offer.

Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within four days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please continue to visit our website for other opportunities.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £53,232.00 per year

Benefits:

* Company pension

* Enhanced maternity leave

* Flexitime

* On-site parking

* Paid volunteer time

* Private medical insurance

* Sick pay

* Work from home

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday

Education:

* Bachelor's (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

* ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification (required)