Senior Finance Systems Accountant
We’re on the lookout for an experienced and systems-savvy professional to step into the pivotal role of Senior Finance Systems Accountant – someone ready to combine technical expertise with financial insight to deliver real business impact.
Reporting to the Accounting Systems Manager with a dotted line to our Financial Controller, you’ll be the driving force behind our financial systems – owning and optimising Cognos Planning Analytics, partnering with IT to enhance functionality, and leveraging your SQL and analytical skills to streamline data, forecasting, and reporting processes.
This is a fast-paced, 12 month fixed-term opportunity for someone who thrives on problem-solving, adapts quickly, and brings a continuous improvement mindset to everything they do.
At William Adams, your career is more than a role – it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence across every part of our business. With nearly 100 years as a Caterpillar dealer behind us, you’ll play your part in shaping the systems that power the next century of success.
About the role
Key responsibilities
• Maintain and enhance core finance systems, including Cognos Planning Analytics
• Support and improve budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Collaborate with Finance and IT to identify and deliver system and process improvements
• Develop and maintain SQL queries, reports, and data models
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues with a focus on data accuracy and reliability
• Document processes and provide user support and training where needed
About you
You’re an experienced Systems Accountant who understands both the numbers and the technology that supports them. You’re proactive, detail-oriented, and thrive on solving problems and improving efficiency.
You’ll bring:
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (CA/CPA qualified desirable)
• Proven experience in a Systems Accountant or Senior Finance Systems role
• Hands-on experience with Cognos Planning Analytics
• Strong SQL and data manipulation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong organisation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and work independently in a dynamic environment
Why this contract?
You’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will make an immediate impact. If you enjoy variety, challenge, and the chance to work across both finance and systems — this is an opportunity to add real value while continuing to build your systems and project experience.
We’re reviewing applications as they come in - so don’t wait, apply today!