Junior Accountant

Manpower 2Sisters; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Grimsby is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join their finance team. You will assist with month-end activities, audits, and budgeting while supporting the financial operations of the company. Candidates should have AAT qualifications, experience in finance or accounting, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers competitive salary and benefits including annual leave, employee assistance programs, and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Refer a friend scheme

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Grocery Aid support services

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting role is essential.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the month-end process, including management of assigned cost centres.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and related financial requests.
• Assist with Group finance audits, ensuring accurate and timely information.
• Manage debt position and review claims to ensure records are kept up to date.
• Support capex projects with correct documentation and updates.

Skills

AAT qualifications or above

Demonstrable experience in a similar finance or accounting role

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Job description

Junior Accountant

Location : Grimsby

Working Hours : Monday -Friday 8 : 30AM-5PM

Salary : Competitive + Benefits

About Us

Join 2 Sisters Food Group , one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories.

Our Recipe Dish site in Grimsby, a state-of-the-art CIP plant producing premium quality chilled soups and sauces. The site currently employs around 200 people, whilst turning over £30 million. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we couldn't do it without our team.

About the Role

As a Junior Accountant, you will work within a team of four and you will work closely with our Finance Manager contributing to month-end activities, audits, budgeting, and wider financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end process, including management of assigned cost centres
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and related financial requests
• Assist with Group finance audits, ensuring accurate and timely information
• Manage debt position and review claims to ensure records are kept up to date
• Support capex projects, ensuring correct documentation and accurate system updates

About You

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has already gained experience in a similar finance role and is ready to take the next step in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy working as part of a close-knit, supportive team. You’ll bring strong attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for a career in finance.

Key Skills / Qualifications

• AAT qualifications or above
• Demonstrable experience in a similar finance or accounting role
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoys being part of a team and contributing to a positive culture

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave inclusive of the bank holidays
• Refer a friend scheme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
• Boparan Restaurant Group Discount
• Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.

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