Finance Systems Support Analyst

2 months ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom University of Essex Full time

We are seeking a Finance Systems Support Analyst to support our critical finance systems as part of the Commercial Applications group. Based within Digital Innovation and Technology Services, the group supports a number of key systems across the university, working with users to ensure our systems are truly fit for our growing and fast changing business needs.

Essex University is where curiosity prevails and exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries isn't just encouraged – it's expected. The postholder will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimising our financial systems. This excellent opportunity could suit an individual who is passionate about finance, technology, and process improvement.

Duties of the Role
The Finance Systems Support Analyst will provide application and technical support to internal staff for the University's Finance systems. The role will provide support to assist with system development, reporting, data analysis, upgrades and system implementations.

A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found within the job pack.

Skills and qualifications required
Applicants are required to hold a relevant degree, be an experienced accounting technician (AAT) or working towards an accountancy/IT qualification with substantial experience.

Being able to identify problems, quickly propose solutions and act as an enthusiastic ambassador of the Commercial Applications group is an essential requirement, as is attention to detail.

You will require an aptitude for working with applications/systems to undertake analysis, diagnosis and resolution of system problems, which may range from straightforward user issues to more complicated technical issues.

In addition, you will assist in system testing, ensuring controls are in place to maintain the integrity of data, security, and helping to ensure process and system documentation is complete, up to date and accessible.

Please use the 'Apply' button to read further information about this role including the full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role. You will also find details of how to make your application here.

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£25,138 to £28,759 per annum.


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