Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Wetherby, West Yorkshire

Full Time / 12 Month Temporary Contract

Do you want to work for a company who...

• cares for its employees & customers in equal measure?
• is serious about sustainability & the environmental impact of its products & processes?
• can provide a long-term future & personal development for those who aspire?

If yes, then read on to find out more about the job on offer.

The Role

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join the finance team based at Wetherby. This role will report into the Plant Accountant on a temporary 12 month contract. The hours of work will be 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

The role will require the individual to perform routine and monthly tasks covering the following disciplines:

• Supporting the month end closing process, including P&L and Balance Sheet postings and reconciliations to strict deadlines, in line with group policies.
• Coordinate & provide support in the completion of monthly /quarterly stock counts.
• Inter company – Reconcile and agree balances monthly.
• Internal Controls – support with the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial controls in line with Group policies.
• Purchasing: Raise and manage purchase orders and query resolution.
• Assist and support the finance team as and when needed.

Key job requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a junior finance role is desired but not essential.
• Experience of month end close’s/year ends and tight timelines.
• Experience with SAP would be beneficial but not essential.
• Microsoft office applications (Excel).
• Must be highly motivated with a “can do” attitude.
• Must be willing to challenge the status quo and have a continuous improvement mind set.
• Be a strong team player and easy to deal with.
• Good attention to detail.

What's on offer...

• 25 days annual leave (plus 8 statutory) as standard
• Contributory pension scheme (plus ad hoc access to independent financial advice)
• Training & development
• Free on site parking
• Employee Assistance - 24/7 free & confidential support to both you and your family
• Access to on site mental health and wellbeing support
• Regular health assessments (role dependent)
• Cycle to work scheme

Who are our client?

They are a market-leading manufacturer of sustainable paper-based packaging. They care deeply about the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees, the communities in which they operate, and the service provided to their customers.

They have an incredibly loyal and capable workforce who they invest time in developing and encourage to reach their full potential; and you too could become a valued member of the ‘family’.

They strive to create a fully inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds are free to be themselves and succeed. They value different perspectives, skills and experiences and welcome applications from all communities.

They are:

• A Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview to candidates who meet their essential criteria.
• Open to considering flexible working, such as part-time hours, hybrid working and other flexible options.
• Happy to offer a wide range of Family Friendly policies including emergency time off for dependants and to provide generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave provisions for their valued colleagues.