Organisation

This manufacturing organisation is based in Preston and produce an extensive range of products. They have recently invested significantly in developing their business which has raised their turnover to over £20million with plans for further expansion in the future via further product development. Replacing someone who grew within the role they are now seeking a new Assistant Accountant who can take on the position and grow within the wider finance team. The company offers internal progression opportunities as well as study support.

Role Details

This is a developing role, replacing someone who grew with the role and as such a client Job Description is currently being created. However the role will provide a strong link between finance and production and support heavily on accurate accounting for the production of goods, to drive margins and profitability.

They currently use Sage 50 and have a high usage of excel so it is important that the candidate has experience with this and is able to use Vlookups and pivot tables.

Headline duties will involve:

Assisting with stock sheets and reconciliations
Tracking finished goods on a weekly basis ensuring accuracy on the software of what and where stock is held.
Calculating production and labor rates and reporting on any variances to assist with improvements.
Tracking Chep Pallets and Chep Pallet rental ensuring rental costs are kept at a minimum
Supporting production daily and weekly on all financial matters relating to production
Supporting the cost accountants and production on the use of raw materials to keep an accurate account of margins to drive profitability.
Supporting the wider finance team as necessary on reporting and analysis.

They are hoping to recruit an accounting candidate who has a strong understanding of accounting principles, with an analytical mindset hoping to progress within a finance position in a manufacturing environment. Due to the nature of the business buying in and producing perishable goods, they are a fast paced business so accuracy and attention to detail key.

The company offer progression along with study support, all exams and learning material paid for with 2 days off per exam.

Requirements

Must have manufacturing experience
Transactional experience
Accounting for the production of goods
Due to the fast pace of the role accuracy and attention to detail is key
Experience using Excel Vlookups and pivot tables

Additional Details

Up to £35k dependant on experience
Study support
Early finish on a Friday
Pension
On- site parking