Finance Systems Accountant

Joinour Finance Systems team and help drive the systems, data and process improvements that keep our finance function running at its best.We are looking for a Finance Systems Accountant to join our Finance Systems team at Burges Salmon. This is an opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our finance systems operate effectively while helping to drive the digitisation and continuous improvement of our finance function. The role is centred around systems, data and change, making it ideal for someone who enjoys combining their accounting expertise with technology and process enhancement. This role reports to the Senior Finance Systems Manager.What you'll be doingYou'll work closely with colleagues across Finance and Technology to support, develop and enhance our financial systems and processes.Responsibilities will include:Identifying and implementing finance systems improvementsLeading and supporting finance system upgrades, enhancements and testing activitiesReviewing current processes

andrecommending ways to improve efficiency, data quality and controlsSupporting the development of financial reports and dashboardsWorkingwith stakeholders across the business to ensure our finance systems operate reliably and effectivelyDelivering training and guidance onfinance systems and processes to colleagues across the firmWhat we are looking forWe're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate:Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant (or equivalent)Experience with Aderant or previous experience working within the legal sectorExperience working in a finance systems, systems accounting or similar roleExperience of finance system upgrades, implementations or process improvement projects Stronganalytical and problem-solving skills Experience using SQL to query, analyse and interpret financial data Excellentstakeholder management and communication skillsWhy Burges Salmon?At Burges Salmon, we believe in empowering our people to make a difference. You'll
join a firm that values integrity, innovation, and inclusion. We offer hybrid working, a supportive culture, and opportunities to grow your career in a forward-thinking environment.We're proud to have recently been named "Law Firm of the Year" at the Legal Business Awards 2025 and RollOnFriday's 'Best Law Firm to Work At' for four years running and one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024. We're also Platinum-accredited by Investors in People for our commitment to developing our people. #J-18808-Ljbffr