Assistant Financial Accountant

Mediterranean Shipping Company; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to support their SAP Project. This full-time temporary role involves assisting with cash forecasting, purchase ledger duties, and other projects. The ideal candidate will bring proficiency in SAP and intermediate Excel skills, along with a proactive attitude and strong interpersonal abilities. Join a family-oriented company that values personal growth and offers a competitive salary along with a range of employee benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while contributing to a dynamic team in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Broad range of employee benefits

Training and support

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting and SAP project support.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Accounting Team with SAP Project requirements.
• Assist in cash forecasting and purchase ledger duties.

Skills

Intermediate Excel skills

Proficient in SAP

Knowledge of cash forecasting

Strong team player

Excellent communication skills

Education

AAT qualification (part-qualified or working towards)

Job description

Vacancy Overview

Assistant Financial Accountant - SAP Project

Full time, Temporary (until 31st December 2025)

We are recruiting an Assistant Financial Accountant to support the Financial Accounting Team in meeting the SAP Project requirements for the UK and Group within the agreed timescales. The role also involves assisting in cash forecasting, purchase ledger duties, and other ongoing projects.

At MSC UK, our success results from the skill and hard work of our team members. Our team members do not just work for us; they develop and grow with us.

Skills and experience you'll bring to us

• Intermediate Excel skills
• Proficient in SAP
• Self-starter able to identify & raise potential issues to the SAP Project manager
• Knowledge of cash forecasting, treasury, and purchase ledger functions
• Proactive with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong team player, adaptable to workload demands
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, written, and analytical skills with attention to detail

Desirable skills:

• Project experience
• Part-qualified or working towards AAT qualification

How you will help us and what you can expect

• Cross-training within the team to provide cover and enhance understanding for the SAP project
• Assist with ad hoc projects
• Undertake activities for the Financial Accounts team to support SAP Project delivery within timescales
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvements related to the SAP Project
• Identify issues that could impact the SAP Project's success
• Maintain a positive attitude and be a team player within the credit control and Financial Accounting teams
• Assist with other ad hoc projects

If you believe this is the next step in your career, please apply now.

What Working for Us Means

We pride ourselves on being the employer of choice in our industry. As a family company, our values influence everything we do. We are passionate, strive for excellence, and are tenacious in overcoming obstacles. We work with passion and enthusiasm to provide a unique experience for our customers.

We continuously evolve, seeking innovative solutions, respecting safety and the environment.

Our mission is to provide personal fulfillment and growth opportunities. We share knowledge, offer training and support, and promote long-term career development, embracing diversity and valuing all cultures. Diversity brings strength through different viewpoints, experiences, and approaches.

MSC VALUES

We are a Family Company

We have Passion

We Care for People

We are in Continuous Evolution

We believe in Equal Opportunities

• Cambridge, London, Milton Keynes, Norwich, Watford
• Competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits