Assistant Management Accountant

DPD Group UK; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to contribute to the financial analysis and administration of their operations. This full-time role requires a candidate with a minimum 2:1 university degree and a willingness to pursue ACCA or CIMA qualification. Key responsibilities include preparing management information, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and providing financial support to senior managers. Join a company that values its people and offers excellent benefits and career development.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Free life assurance of 4 x salary

Health Kiosks

Vitality at Work

Free On Site Parking

Discounted shopping

Milestone Days off

Free eye tests and support for glasses

Qualifications

• Able to present results in a simple and clear manner.
• Willing to study ACCA or CIMA qualification.
• Ability to self-manage workload and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of management information.
• Complete all balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide financial support to senior budget holders.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent problem solving attitude

Excellent communication skills

Excellent computer literacy

Time Management

Leadership skills

Education

Minimum 2:1 classification in any degree discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Our Finance Manager is looking for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their high performing this role you will primarily be responsible for the accounting analysis and administration of the DPDgroup UK Network & OD 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 Network & OD for inclusion in the weekly results consolidation.
• Own the preparation presentation and commentary for weekly Network & OD 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.
• Any other tasks that might be reasonably requested

Qualifications : About You

As the successful candidate you will be able to evidence that you have finished university with a minimum 2 : 1 classification in any degree discipline. Additionally you must be willing to study either ACCA or CIMA qualification (ACA is not offered)

What were looking for;

• Strong analytical skills and be able to present results in a simple and clear manner.
• Ability to self-manage workload and prioritise 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 Caring and Accountability.

Additional Information :

About our Benefits

We recognise that our people are at the heart of our business without them we wouldnt be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. Its important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
• Health Kiosks visiting every location
• Vitality at Work
• Free On Site Parking
• Discounted shopping from 100s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
• For employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses

Joining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.

If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers promises then this is the job for you! Apply today

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Accounting Software,Time Management,Accounts Administration,Accounts Receivable,Accounts Reconciliation,Administrative Skill,Leadership skills,Accounting & Finance,Accounts Management,Communication,Analysis Skills,Relationship Management,Team Player Spirit,Budgeting Skills,Accounts Payable

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1