Interim Systems Accountant

I am delighted to be partnered with a manufacturing business that are currently implementing a new ERP system and are looking for a Systems Accountant to support going live. This is initially a short term contract of 6 weeks but there are other systems projects going on in the business you could get involved in for a longer term assignment. They are offering a remote working setup as long as you can spend sometime on site, they are based on the outskirts of Edinburgh.

Role

• Assist with Final Stages of New Accounting System Setup

  • Support transition of accounting systems.

• Provide Project Support

  • Work closely with the Senior Accountant to help project manage the implementation.

  • Take ownership of specific project tasks.

• Perform System Testing & User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

  • Conduct UAT on the test system.

  • Identify and report any issues or bugs.

• Support Data Migration

  • Assist with migrating data from the test environment to the live system.

• Monitor System Post-Go-Live

  • Oversee system performance during the initial weeks after launch.

  • Identify, alert, and help resolve any technical or process issues.

• Collaborate with Technical Team

  • Work with team handling system configuration.

  • Provide input and support for IT-related challenges.

• Assist with Month-End Activities

  • Provide background support during month-end processes post-implementation.

• Contribute to System Documentation

  • Help create or update documentation related to system setup, testing, and procedures

Criteria

• Previous system implementation experience is essential
• Qualified or qualified by experience accountant
• Experience of SQL and ODP is desirable
• Experience of Epicor products would be advantageous

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