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Financial Planning & Systems Accountant

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Posted a day ago, valid for 7 hours
Location

Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4DH

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The company is seeking a Financial Planning & Systems Accountant with a strong accounting background and a focus on data and systems.
  • Candidates should have proven experience with large-scale reporting systems, such as Cognos, and advanced Excel skills.
  • The role involves leading reporting system usage, troubleshooting issues, and supporting cross-functional teams in financial processes.
  • The position offers a salary between £40,000 - £50,000 and requires part or fully qualified accountants.
  • Additionally, the role includes various employee benefits such as 31 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and training opportunities.

Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for data and systems? Do you have a knack for problem-solving and streamlining reporting processes? We're looking for a Financial Planning & Systems Accountant to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team, where you'll play a key role in driving consistency, standardisation, and innovation across all pillars of the business.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the use of a major reporting system (such as Cognos) to ensure standardised product KPIs and improve data accuracy.
  • Support cross-functional teams in the development of Grower Returns outputs, tailoring reports for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve Grower Returns issues, including system errors and maintaining accurate master data.
  • Support reconciliation of returns data and financials, developing insightful reports to monitor key metrics.
  • Assist with automating financial processes, particularly around Grower Returns postings.
  • Coordinate and support sales, profit forecasting, and budget preparation across all departments.
  • Contribute to group reporting, including the introduction of new reporting timetables and system developments.
  • Participate in ad-hoc projects as needed, bringing your expertise and problem-solving abilities to the table.

Is this you?

  • Part or fully qualified Accountant.
  • Strong accounting background with a focus on data and systems.
  • Proven experience with large-scale reporting systems (e.g., Cognos) and familiarity with Data Warehouses.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with a talent for influencing at all levels.
  • A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a keen eye for detail.

What's on offer?

  • Salary between £40,000 - £50,000
  • 31 days of holiday per year (including bank holidays).
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
  • Discounts on cinema, retailers, and supermarkets.
  • Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, and Income Protection.
  • Employee Wellbeing programs, including regular sessions and health checks.
  • Cycle-to-Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice schemes.
  • Generous training and development opportunities, including mentoring.
  • A great place to work with regular social, charity, and community engagement events.

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead financial systems and make a real difference, apply today to join a supportive and innovative team! You can apply directly here, or for a confidential chat please reach out to me on or at

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.