Operational Accountant

Marshalls PLC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking an Operational Accountant to enhance financial performance within their team. This office-based role in Burton on Trent offers the chance to provide financial insights and collaborate across departments. The ideal candidate will be working towards an accounting qualification and possess strong analytical skills. Join a company with rich heritage and competitive benefits to progress your finance career.

Benefits

Development opportunities

26 Holidays + bank holidays

Company Pension up to 15%

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Discount programme

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified or actively working towards an accounting qualification.
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights and manage cost controls.
• Collaborate with departments for financial guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Proficient in Excel

Education

Accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Relevant accounting software

Job description

Overview

Operational Accountant
Office based role in Burton on Trent
Open to Permanent and fixed term contracts

Join Marley as an Operational Accountant! Marley is seeking a dedicated and analytical Operational Accountant to join our finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a well-respected brand in the UK roofing industry and play a key role in driving operational efficiency and financial performance. If you're a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for understanding the financial drivers of business operations, we want to hear from you!

Here at Marley, we're raising the roof in the UK roofing industry! Marley is at the forefront of pitched roof systems, leading the industry in sustainability and innovation. With over a century of know-how under our belt, we're the trusted partners for architects, contractors, and roofing professionals. We've now joined forces with Marshalls Plc the UK's leading manufacturer of hard landscaping and building products - bringing two strong heritages together!

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing and operational teams by providing crucial financial insights, managing cost controls, and contributing to accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with various departments to offer financial guidance that informs decision-making and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified or actively working towards an accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across different departments.
• Proficient in Excel and other relevant accounting software.

What's in it for you?

This is a great opportunity to take the next step in progressing your career and joining our industry-leading company. We offer a competitive salary, professional development and benefits.

Benefits

• Development opportunities
• 26 Holidays + bank holidays
• Company Pension up to 15% (5% Employee, 10% Employer)
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Discount programme
• Refer a friend scheme

More about Marley and Marshalls

Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Marshalls Landscape Products, Marshalls Building Products, and Marley Roofing Products.

Marley is a division of Marshalls plc, the UK's leading hard landscaping, building, and roofing products supplier. We're a FTSE250 company and are proud to be a Super brand since 2010. To find out more about the Marshalls Group please visit our website: www.Marshalls.co.uk

Equal Opportunities

Whoever you are and whatever your background, you'll find a fair and supportive workplace. You're unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day. We're committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity - it's the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve. Marshall's plc is a workplace where you're valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!

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