Assistant Management Accountant

DPDgroup; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their dynamic team in Smethwick. This role involves significant responsibility including the preparation of management accounts, financial analysis, and collaboration across departments. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a dedication to contributing positively to the financial team.

Benefits

Holiday trading

Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

Free life assurance (4x salary)

Health kiosks at various locations

Vitality at Work program

Free on-site parking

Discounted shopping at retailers

Milestone days off

Free eye tests and support with glasses

Qualifications

• University degree with minimum 2:1 classification, willing to study ACCA or CIMA.
• Strong analytical skills, self-management, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of management accounts and financial support.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and manage collation of monthly balances.
• Provide analysis for planning and projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Self-management

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

University degree (minimum 2:1 classification)

Job description

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Assistant Management Accountant, Smethwick

Client: DPDgroup

Location: Smethwick, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8b414c9b2319

Job Views: 7

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description

Job Description

Our Senior Finance Manager is looking for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their high performing team. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for the accounting, analysis, and administration of the DPDgroup UK Overheads 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 relevant departments to ensure costs are recorded accurately and variances to plan are investigated
• Complete all balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with company policy and manage the collation of all balance sheets monthly
• Provide financial support to senior budget holders for decision-making, including analysis for planning and projects
• Own the preparation and processing of journals for weekly reporting of Overheads for inclusion in weekly results consolidation
• Own the preparation, presentation, and commentary for weekly Overheads costs reporting to directors and senior managers
• Assist with the preparation and review of presentational information as required
• Assist, prepare, and review all management accounts outputs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with weekly reporting of Saturn units allocations, losses, and damages
• Perform any other tasks reasonably requested

Qualifications

About You

You should have a university degree with a minimum 2:1 classification in any discipline and be willing to study either ACCA or CIMA (ACA not offered).

We’re looking for:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to present results clearly
• Ability to self-manage workload and prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a drive to deliver results
• Ability to build rapport within the Finance team and other departments, with excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Demonstration of DPD’s core values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Caring, and Accountability

Additional Information

About our Benefits

We value our employees and offer benefits such as:

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Free life assurance (4x salary) upon joining the pension scheme
• Health Kiosks at various locations
• Vitality at Work program
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted shopping at numerous retailers, including up to 5% off supermarkets
• Milestone days off to celebrate with family and friends
• Free eye tests and support with glasses for employees using screens regularly