Islamic Relief Worldwide is Seeking a Senior Systems Accountant – Apply Before 8 March 2026

Overview

Islamic Relief Worldwide is seeking a Senior Systems Accountant to manage and optimize its cloud-based financial system, Unit4 ERP (v7 – Cloud Release). This role focuses on embedding, configuring, and supporting the system for efficient business-as-usual operations, acting as the organization’s Unit4 SUPER user.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Unit4 ERP v7 Cloud superuser and subject matter expert
• Configure and maintain the financial system for optimal performance
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues independently
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and other users to ensure system functionality
• Provide accurate financial reporting through ERP and associated tools
• Use reporting and analysis tools, e.g., Power BI, Excelerator
• Ensure internal controls and compliance with accounting standards
• Deliver user training and guidance to staff on ERP functionalities
• Support day-to-day finance operations through system expertise
• Promote process improvement and efficiency through system optimization

Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience with ERP administration and optimisation in a live finance environment
• Strong hands-on experience with Unit4 ERP v7 Cloud financial modules
• Solid understanding of financial controls, accounting principles, and reporting frameworks
• Proficiency with reporting and analysis tools (Power BI, Excelerator)
• Ability to diagnose and independently resolve system/user issues
• Reliable, service-minded, resilient, and motivated with a commitment to Islamic Relief’s mission and values.
• Previous experience in a humanitarian or NGO finance context (Desirable)
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

Benefits

• Personal learning and development opportunities
• Annual leave and additional leave entitlements
• Service-related pension scheme
• Maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance support and mental health first aiders
• Occupational advanced sick pay
• Charity volunteering opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site car parking
• Field visits

Location

United Kingdom

How to Apply

Visit the official website to apply.

Deadline

8 March 2026