Systems Accountant

A Systems Accountant is required on a permenant basis paying up to £56,753.86 (inc of allowances) with British Transport Police (BTP) based in London.

BTP is the national police Force for Britain’s railways. Every day we ensure the safety and security of over six million passengers and staff throughout England, Scotland and Wales. As a Systems Accountant with BTP you will maintain the integrity of the organisations financial system.

The post holder will review, maintain and update the financial delegations in the financial system to align to the organisational structure and the authorities outlined in the Letter of Delegation.

As a Systems Accountant you will be required to:

• Responsible for the management of all systems within Finance

• Developing, reviewing, implementing and updating appropriate policies and procedures for all aspects of the systems

• Responsible for the preparation, maintenance and development of ‘fit-for-purpose’ reports within the system

• Complete and accurate control of all systems environments ensuring integrity of financial systems data at all times.

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.

The successful Systems Accountant will be required to evidence the following skills:

• Work closely with the Deputy Director Finance - Financial Control to review current IT systems specifically looking at user access needs and maximising usage of current systems to meet the organisation’s needs.

• Maintain the integrity of the financial system including reviewing and developing robust processes and controls

• Develop, manage and monitor the effective delivery of BTPF’s financial processes by ensuring that effective financial procedures are produced and adhered to.

• Review and redesign financial processes as necessary to ensure they meet the needs of the Force, such as ensuring the Chart of Accounts is accurate and reflects the needs and structure of all aspects of the business. Ensure that financial systems maintain their currency and are exploited to the maximum benefits of users and BTP/BTPA.

If you are interested in applying to this Systems Accountant role then please do not delay as interviews will be held as soon as appropriate candidates are highlighted. In return for your experience, we can offer you:

• Salary up to £56,753.86 (inc of allowances)

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Final salary pension

• Various salary sacrifice schemes (cycle to work) and retail discounts

We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves and welcome applications from everyone. You must have both the permanent right to live and work in the UK and have been permanently resident in the UK for at least the previous three years. Any cautions or convictions including those deemed ‘spent’ must be declared at the point of application but will not necessarily exclude you from employment.

We kindly ask agencies not to send CVs. If CVs are received BTP reserve the right to engage with the candidate directly and without a fee being paid under any circumstances.