Job Description

Our Senior Finance Manager is looking for an Assistant Management Accountant (graduate opportunity). In this role you will primarily be responsible for the accounting, analysis and administration.Overheads functions and the preparation of management accounts. Other key duties include;

• Assist with the preparation of management information including weekly and monthly accounts
• Liaise with the relevant departments to ensure that costs are recorded on an accurate and timely basis and any variances to plan are investigated.
• Complete all balance sheet reconciliations in order with the company policy alongside managing the collation of all balance sheets on a monthly basis.
• To provide financial support to senior budget holders in their decision making process along with analysis where required for planning and projects.
• Own the preparation and processing of journals for the weekly reporting of Overheads for inclusion in the weekly results consolidation.
• Own the preparation, presentation and commentary for weekly Overheads costs reporting to directors and senior managers
• Assist with the preparation and review of presentational information as requested.
• Assist, prepare and review all management accounts outputs to the business, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with the weekly reporting of Saturn units allocations, losses and damages to the business
• Any other tasks that might be reasonably requested

Remuneration

Your package will include a competitive salary and study support towards obtaining a professional qualification (ACCA or CIMA). As well as this you have access to some other fantastic optional benefits such as Cycle2Work Scheme, Dining Cards, Holiday trading and discounts and savings on 1000’s of retailers.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We are looking for a recent graduate who has a minimum of a 2:1 classification in any degree discipline. You must be willing to study either ACCA or CIMA qualification (ACA is not offered) and not already qualified. Strong analytical skills and be able to present results in a simple and clear manner. Ability to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks according to deadlines, importance and urgency. Excellent problem solving attitude with the drive to delivering results. Ability to build rapport with the Finance team and other departments in addition to excellent communication skills. Excellent computer literacy skills being proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Demonstrate the core values of DPD – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.