Accounts Assistant | Gloucester | Permanent

The Company

FMCG

Role summary

My client are currently recruiting for a Regional Finance Analyst to join their friendly team. This role involves supporting the Regional Financial Controller with the preparation and analysis of weekly and monthly reporting.

Key Skills

Support in budgetary cost control, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting.
Preparation of management accounts and KPIs.
Assist in weekly and monthly variance analysis to aid decision-making.
Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Liaise with managers to understand core risks and opportunities.
Maintain overall financial control and manage risks
Ensure accurate reporting through appropriate checks.
Review monthly accounts and advise on any ad-hoc journals needed.
Prepare expense reports and routine journals for period end.
Update initiative trackers and prepare weekly labour reports.
Submit weekly/monthly SAP inputs and meet SAP cycle deadlines.
Develop effective cross-functional working relationships at all levels within the business.
Cover for others in the Regional Logistics Controlling team when required.

Personal Profile

Strong accounting background and familiarity with Financial Accounting principles.
Analytical skills with the ability to provide insights from data.
Hands-on approach to core IT systems and strong spreadsheet skills (SAP experience preferred but not required).
Excellent organisation and communication skills.
Ability to manage and influence decision-making within the site leadership team.

For further information, please contact Rhian Mountjoy

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