Job Description

Role

Finance Systems Accountant

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Category:

Business professional

Team:

Finance

Location:

Bristol

Terms:

Permanent



Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for technology?



Do you thrive on improving systems and streamlining processes?



Ready to lead exciting finance transformation projects in a collaborative, and proactive environment?


If so, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

We're looking for a Systems Accountant to join our Finance Systems Team (FST), a key function responsible for the smooth operation and continuous improvement of our financial systems, including the Aderant Practice Management System.



Reporting to the Finance Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in modernising our finance function - leading system upgrades, enhancing reporting capabilities, and driving automation initiatives. You will work closely with stakeholders across Finance and Technology to ensure our systems are efficient, secure, and aligned with the firm's strategic goals.

Enhancing Systems & Processes:

Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes, reducing manual effort and improving data quality.

Managing Financial Systems:

Oversee the operation and upgrades of our financial systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.

Reporting & Analysis:

Develop and improve financial reports and dashboards using SQL and SSRS.

Training & Support

: Deliver training and second-line support to ensure effective system use across the firm.

What We're Looking For

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong accounting knowledge. Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment. Technical expertise in financial systems (Aderant preferred), SQL, and data analysis. Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

We embrace a hybrid working model that offers flexibility and supports a healthy work-life balance. Our hybrid working approach allows you to work from home, subject to business needs, with most people spending 40% to 60% of their time in the office.

You'll be part of a supportive, innovative team that values continuous improvement and empowers you to make a real impact. We offer a flexible working environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape the future of our finance operations.

Ready to Apply?

Before you do, consider these:


Can you deliver system upgrades and identify inefficiencies to deliver system-led solutions? Can you work effectively with finance, IT, and non-finance teams to support the business? Are you seeking opportunities to participate in key projects that support our business goals?

If these questions excite you, we'd love to see your application.

About Burges Salmon

Our six core values - Ambition, Collaboration, Commitment, Fairness, Quality and Respect - are at the heart of everything we do and help to shape our unique culture. As well as high quality work and exciting development opportunities, we offer our people a professional, friendly and sociable working environment with a real sense of community.



A full overview of all the benefits of working at Burges Salmon can be found on the 'working at Burges Salmon' section of our careers page.

We are pleased to have been named RollOnFriday's 'Best Law Firm to Work At', for the fourth year in a row and one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 (previously named 'The Times Top 50 Employers for Women'), for the fourth year running. Our commitment to excellence has recently been recognised by the IIP, which awarded us Platinum certification for investment in people. It's important to us that our organisation represents the diverse community in which we operate and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we will provide a fully accessible recruitment process and offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We're committed to finding the right person for this role and are open to discussing flexible working, full time or part time working patterns.



If you have any questions regarding the role or the interview process, please contact Ayesha Arshad (Resourcing Specialist) - Ayesha.Arshad@burges-salmon.com or call on 0117 307 6807 for an informal and confidential conversation.



Closing date for application will be Tuesday, 24th July.



We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy ahead of the advertised closing date if we receive sufficient interest.




Meet the recruiter

Ayesha Arshad

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Ayesha.Arshad@burges-salmon.com


+44 117 307 6807