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Assistant Accountant
IPL Schoeller. Prepare the company's monthly accounts in line with its various revenues .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, cash flow management, and cost control, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. Proficient in using ERP systems and Excel for data analysis and reporting, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.
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AAT Qualified / Early Stage CIMA / ACCA StudiesERP System ExperienceHigh Level of Excel ExperienceFinancial Reporting and AnalysisData Handling and Interrogation Skills
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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingCash Flow ManagementCost ControlBalance Sheet ReconciliationVAT Returns PreparationAccruals and Prepayments ManagementContractual Revenue CalculationPurchase Order ControlFinancial Risk AnalysisBudget Variance Analysis
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailSelf-StarterProactive Problem SolvingStrong Critical-Thinking Skills
Tools & Technologies
Coupa Treasury PlatformIFS Accounting System
Certifications & Qualifications
AAT QualifiedCIMA StudiesACCA Studies
Industry Keywords
Supply Chain LogisticsManufacturing ExperienceStatutory AccountsTax ProvisioningMaking Tax Digital
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare the company's monthly accounts in line with its various revenues
- Oversee weekly cash flow and reporting, analyse data, and suggest best practices for cost control
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders in Finance, Operations, and the data analytics team
- Drive continuous improvement, automate reporting processes, and deliver measurable business benefits
- Report on Logtek's rental and wash customers and its partnership with Marks & Spencer
- Ensure project profitability is understood and reported at activity level
- Promote robust financial and cost control, particularly labour reporting and overhead allocation
- Prepare and maintain rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts through the Coupa treasury platform
- Reconcile company bank accounts and act as a primary authorised signatory
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintain control over accruals, prepayments, deferred income, and fixed assets
- Reconcile and calculate contractual revenues, including agent-basis revenues
- Maintain financial controls within the IFS accounting and reporting system
- Control purchase orders and associated financial processes
- Liaise with internal and external auditors to support statutory accounts and tax provisioning
- Provide financial support and analysis for business partners' reporting requirements
- Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC under Making Tax Digital requirements
- Identify financial risks and opportunities and provide insight into key variances
- Analyse and reconcile actual results against budget for monthly management reporting packs
- Support the Regional Business Controller with analysis, management information, and monthly reporting
- Undertake ad-hoc finance duties and provide cover for the Regional Business Controller
Requirements
What you’ll need- AAT qualified / Early stage of CIMA / ACCA studies
- Good large / medium ERP system experience
- High level of Excel experience
- Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal members of finance departments
- Self-starter with ability to take initiative, work well under pressure and manage key priorities
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Focus on achieving tight reporting deadlines
- Ideally supply chain logistics or manufacturing experience together with a strong transactional background
- Improvement orientation
- Strong critical-thinking skills, with confidence to challenge and validate information appropriately
- Highly organised and efficient, with ability to prioritise competing demands effectively
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Strong data-handling and interrogation skills
- Ability to analyse, interpret and communicate financial information effectively
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible hybrid working arrangement combining office collaboration with home working
- Opportunity to work from home on Monday and Friday