Assistant Financial Accountant

Univar Solutions; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global chemical distributor is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant in Bradford. This entry-level role offers the chance to develop professionally, handling responsibilities like balance sheet reconciliations and journal processing within a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will be fluent in a Nordic language and pursuing a professional accountancy qualification.

Benefits

Total Rewards package

Study support for accountancy qualification

Qualifications

• Fluent in a Nordic language required.
• Looking to start professional accountancy qualification.
• Experience with SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in month-end close processes.
• Process journal entries and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Fluent in Nordic language

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

CIMA/ACCA qualification (started or looking to start)

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Duties

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Nordic speaking Assistant Financial Accountant to join the European Finance Centre (EFC) to further their development and career. Reporting to the Financial Controller and responsible for the Nordic entities as well as working across the wider GL team, this role will perform the activities required to ensure a timely and accurate period-end, maintain the integrity of the balance sheet, processing of journal entries, and other ad hoc duties.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Month end close processes
• Journal processing
• SOX and internal controls
• Working in one of our technical streams (GRNI/Fixed Assets/VAT/Leases)
• Other ad-hoc duties
  
  
  

We Are Looking For

The successful applicant will be fluent in a Nordic language and have either started, or be looking to start their professional accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA) and the role will offer study support. You must be well organised and comfortable working in a fast paced environment, with the ability to work independently, whilst collaborating with other members of the GL team when required. Enthusiasm and a proactive attitude are essential. Experience of SAP is preferred.

The role will provide a broad range of experience and is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, ambitious individual, looking to develop their career in finance and become a fully qualified accountant.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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