Group Management Accountant

The Client

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, my client is planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years. With ambitious plans to grow and transform to the benefit of their customers. Their investments are decarbonizing operations, helping them to achieve their goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040. Their success is down to unrivalled facilities and technology. This client is about having the right people within the organisation to encourage growth.

The Role

Working as part of the Group Finance Team, reporting to the FP&A Manager, this role is an integral part of how the team supports the group through operational and financial management, reporting, forecasting, analysis and driving continuous growth and improvement.

Responsibilites

• Preparation of management accounts, which involves analysis of data, preparation and posting of journals in SAP and quality review of reported information (training using SAP will be provided)
• Preparation of quarterly reforecast and budget analysis and reporting 
• Undertake financial analysis
• Improve and develop the quality and efficiency of financial/management information required throughout the business
• Partner with departments across the group on their finance budgets
• Assist operations in developing financial reports, financial analysis, reporting trends and key performance indicators
• Undertake financial analysis and forecasting for group cashflow
• Provide assistance with continuous improvement projects following the transition to SAP

Experience

• CIMA Qualified
• Relevant management accounting experience
• Experience of the manufacturing or logistics sector would be advantageous
• Strong IT skills, especially in Excel, with knowledge of SAP an advantage but not essential
• A team player, with the ability to partner with a range of stakeholders internally and externally
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload effectively

Whats on offer

• Salary will be £50,000-£58,000, dependent upon experience
• 27 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays)
• Pension contributions of up to 10%
• Opportunity to WFH for up to two days per week
• Flexible Benefits
• Commitment to learning and personal development 
• employee assistance programme