Assistant Port Accountant

DP World; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics provider in Stanford-le-Hope is seeking an Assistant Port Accountant to support financial operations at the port level. The successful candidate will produce management accounts, prepare budget reports, and analyze financial performance. Candidates should either be studying towards accountancy qualifications or have significant management accounting experience. This role offers a permanent contract with a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Market-competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or AAT with intent to progress.
• Proven experience in management accounting.
• Exceptional communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain port management accounts for accurate financial control.
• Prepare monthly budget holder packs and variance analyses.
• Collaborate with budget holders to prepare annual budgets.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Problem solving

Detail orientation

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Results orientation

Confidentiality

Technical understanding of financial systems

Education

Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA or AAT

Extensive experience in management accounting

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Job description

DP World is at the heart of Europe’s trading future, providing the right trading infrastructure, smart logistical solutions, and the benefits of freeport status to our customers. DP World is a dynamic and growing global logistics provider. Over the coming years, DP World will expand, and the professionals who work with us will be critical to this growth.

TheAssistant Port Accountantwill play a key role in supporting DP World’s financial operations at the port level. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and the successful candidate will be a proactive, detail-oriented contributor with strong analytical and communication skills.

Location:Stanford le Hope, Essex
Hours:Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Contract:Permanent

How you will contribute

• Produce and maintain Port management accounts, ensuring accurate coding and financial control.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial and commercial analyses to support Port operations.
• Prepare monthly budget holder packs and variance analyses, engaging directly with budget holders.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of Port budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in regional and head office financial reporting.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, KPIs, and performance explanations to Port Management.
• Collaborate with budget holders to prepare annual budgets and control expenditure.
• Monitor and report on financial performance, highlighting risks and potential overspends.
• Approve purchase orders and ensure correct financial processes and coding.
• Assist with cost analysis for projects, audits, and tax queries.
• Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to senior management.
• Support the Accounts and Revenue Manager with revenue structure understanding.
• Deputise for the Port Finance Manager when required.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with DP World’s Fatal Risk Standards and Health & Safety policies.

What you will bring

QUALIFICATIONS

• Part-qualified or studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or AAT with intent to progress.
• Alternatively, extensive experience in a similar management accounting role.
• Business knowledge is advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in management accounting.
• Experience using Oracle Fusion (preferred).

SKILLS

• Communication:Exceptional listening, writing, and speaking skills; tactful and clear communicator.
• Problem Solving:Creative and persistent in resolving issues and identifying root causes.
• Detail Orientation:High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Critical Thinking:Strong analytical skills and ability to identify gaps and causes.
• Collaboration:Able to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Results Orientation:Proactive, deadline-driven, and committed to excellence.
• Confidentiality:Maintains strict confidentiality of company data.
• Technical:Sound understanding of financial systems and reporting tools.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organisation. We strive to hire and develop the right people, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal and inclusive atmosphere. We offer a market-competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses—Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology—and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions.

We're reshaping the future by investing in innovation—from intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking—pushing the sector towards better ways to trade.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures—not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

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