Job Description

As an Assistant Management Accountant you will be responsible for financial accounting of central Saint-Gobain Building Distribution brands, enabling the production of accurate, timely and relevant management information, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and internal policies.

You will join a committed, well rounded team of logical and organized individuals reporting directly to the Senior Management Accountant.

This position will lend itself to someone who is well versed with their own management, focuses on results, has an analytical approach to numbers and has a keen eye for detail.

How you will utilize your expertise?

• Management of key cost lines in the P&L account for all SGBD Brands served by the Shared Service Centre
• Responsible for the completion, content and accuracy of key Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Assist with the production of monthly PSA (PAYE Settlement Agreement) tax analysis reporting, including analysis for VAT and Corporation tax calculations
• Develop and maintain financial controls within the Kerridge Financial system to ensure disciplines are adhered to and safeguard the assets of the Company
• Support Financial Reporting Manager in improvement of internal controls and processes
• Ensure adherence to reporting requirements and deadlines set by Group on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Support the Chief Accountant in all matters relating to the preparation, provision and resolution of queries relating to the statutory audit of the company’s financial records
• Fully participate in the annual budget process supporting the Business Units
• Liaise with Business Unit personnel on issues related to the accuracy, content and integrity of trading branch reporting
• Production and submission of the management accounts for one Business Unit on a monthly basis, including any disclosures to the accounts.
• Production of reports for other Central Service departments, The department of National Statistics and Ad-Hoc

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Appropriate accounting qualification – Part qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA; AAT qualified or relevant experience. Accuracy, numeracy and attention to detail. Strong communication & organizational skills. IT literate, with good Excel skills. Drive for continuous improvement and process enhancement.