Senior System Accountant

Job Description

Job Description About the role In this role as Senior System Accountant, you will support the Corporate Finance Systems team, such as Infor ERPLn (Billing & GL system), eFinance (workflow system), and practices and policies to ensure that financial systems efficiently deliver time system support globally while maintaining compliance with Accounting Standards and other mandatory requirements.This role will contribute to finance system developments, implementations, and continuous improvements, through identifying business requirements and delivering solutions in the finance systems.Key responsibilities will include: Operational Management Ensure Core finance system availability (Infor ERPLn) and workflow systems, troubleshooting issues and providing timely resolutions. Drive initiatives for the continuous improvement of the finance systems teams. Provide support to financial accounting and management reporting teams regarding Month-End closure, Year-end Closure, Ledger Reconciliation, Integration, Tax, and Financial statements requirements of finance systems. Support finance systems-related projects related to enhancements, modifications, rollouts, and integrations to other eco-systems. Actively analyse and minimize downtime per the SLAs in the 'Finance Systems Support Plan' and ensure proper BCP/restore arrangements are established. Maintain and evaluate all critical patches before application and support systems and user testing (UAT). Coordinate and deliver quarterly Control Self Assessments. Conduct feasibility studies, high-level system design, requirements gathering, business approvals, and project planning. Contribute to the development, maintenance, and delivery of financial system artifacts including user documents, system manuals, quick reference guides, training presentations, system testing, and performance reporting. Deliver resolutions related to finance system queries, month-end, year-end closure supports. Coordinate for monthly patching, monthly releases, testing, and user onboarding. Coordinate and provide audit evidence as required. People Leadership Collaborate with the finance system team to achieve shared deliverables within agreed timelines ensuring system support to global teams. Train and support new users on new features and enhancements, and develop user guides, process documentation, and training materials. Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as technology and operations teams to understand requirements for enhancements, critically analyse the best way to process requests, and promptly resolve related issues. Governance & Risk Maintain, monitor, and report on the finance system's Governance & Risk controls related to Access provisioning, change management, user access reviews, and various audit (internal & external) requirements. Support to review business processes and controls across various functions, interfaces, and workflows to define and execute solutions for efficiency management through industry best practices. What you'll bring Qualification in Financial or Commerce - CPA/CA/M.Com or a related field. Proven experience with corporate finance system experience (e.g. Accounting, IT information systems) with a minimum of 5+ years in financial ERP systems - Infor ERPLn (or similar ERPs). Ability with IBM Planning and Analytical tool - TM1 / Cognos experience is desirable. Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain ERP implementations or roll-out. Strong information technology skills, including application support, system design, report generation, and demonstrated experience in building and implementing new financial information management systems and system upgrades. Advanced Excel skills in Microsoft Excel, including macros and pivot tables. Demonstrated ability to analyse complex financial data using SQL and generate insightful reports. Proven ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Microsoft Dynamic 365 experience is also preferred. What's it like working here We're proud to have created a culture and work environment that is supportive, values diversity, inclusion, flexibility, and blended working. We pride ourselves on being open and transparent and we genuinely value the health and wellbeing of our people.Joining MUFG Pension & Market Services means you'll join an employer who fosters pathways for continuous learning and skill development, providing you with the tools you need to focus on career growth and personal development. We provide a range of benefits including:Salary sacrificing via Superannuation. Paid parental leave scheme. Employee discounts: health insurance. Hybrid working model. Volunteer leave. Wellbeing leave. Employee Recognition Program - to recognise people who are demonstrating our values and Company purpose. Talent Referral Program. Learning & Development - Development at your fingertips via LinkedIn Learning and a range of internal programs. Employee discounts - Access discounted rates and offers from a variety of providers including Bupa and Microsoft. Novated Car Leasing. About Us MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets - safely, securely, and responsibly.Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient, and scalable services, purpose-built solutions, and modern technology platforms that deliver world-class outcomes and experiences.A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity, and data insights.About the Team Our Finance function provides accounting, reporting, and strategic finance management for both our global organisation and global businesses. From payments, insurance, and treasury through to property, transformation, and procurement. Our Finance function is vital to the ongoing success of MUFG Pension & Market Services.MUFG Pension & Market Services is building a dynamic, client-focused, caring, and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy, and trust, and underpinned by its core values.We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support, and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey and together we will achieve our full potential.We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status, or carers responsibilities.Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr