Assistant Financial Accountant - Northampton

Forterra Building Products Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in building products is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to support the financial accounting function, handle daily tasks, and conduct asset verification audits. The ideal candidate should have a solid education background and good Excel skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, fostering professional development and progression paths.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Gym benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Demonstrated integrity and initiative.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual fixed asset journals and reconciliations.
• Conduct asset verification audits at operational sites.
• Assist with financial report preparation.

Skills

Good work ethic

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Good Excel skills

Ability to learn multiple in-house systems

Education

A levels/ Degree / AAT

Job description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Finance team in the position of Assistant Financial Accountant based at our Northampton Head Office.

To support the Financial Accounting function by handling daily accounting tasks, ensuring accurate financial records, processing transactions, performing reconciliations, and assisting with the upkeep of a robust controls environment. There will be opportunities to be involved in process and system improvement and an inquisitive and challenging attitude will be encouraged.

There will be a requirement for travel to operational sites to conduct regular asset verification audits. This assistant level role will provide a good grounding in Financial Reporting and Accounting.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Fixed Assets: Prepare and process monthly and annual fixed asset related journals and fixed asset register reconciliations
• Conduct regular physical counts of assets to ensure accuracy, at Forterra's operating sites.
• Budgeting and forecasting for Capital expenditure values and depreciation charges
• Lease Accounting (IFRS16): Prepare and process monthly and annual lease-related journals and account reconciliations
• Budgeting and forecasting for lease-related expenses and R-O-U Asset/Lease Liability values
• Variance analysis for both month end & balance sheet accounts, this will also require the role to liaise with site personnel & management from around the business
• Support with other financial accounting topics, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, and posting/ processing journals
• Assisting in preparing financial reports, statements and summaries
• Aiding in external audits at half year and full year reporting
• Support in the monitoring of internal control systems
• Track and report on company adherence to internal policies and procedures
• Participate in process improvements projects
• Assisting with daily/weekly and ad hoc reporting
• To build effective working relationships with the wider Finance team and relevant business stakeholders
• Any other ad hoc tasks or project work that is deemed appropriate for the role

About You

• Good work ethic and attention to detail
• Integrity & initiative
• Good interpersonal and communication skills - a team player
• Establish trust, provide information, and ensure open communication
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Desire to take on ownership and responsibility for tasks
• Good Excel skills
• Ability to learn multiple in-house systems
• A levels/ Degree / AAT

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
• Generous holiday allowance
• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Service Awards
• Sharesave Scheme eligibility
• Holiday Exchange Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Program
• Personal development and opportunities for progression
• Company Annual Bonus Scheme

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.

Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra's purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.

We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries' safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.