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Finance Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Workington, Cumbria CA14, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A responsible manufacturing company, established in 1860, is seeking a candidate for a finance role within their team of 2 Finance Business Partners and a Financial Controller.
  • The ideal candidate should have some experience working in a finance function and possess strong skills in Excel, communication, problem-solving, and time management.
  • This position offers mentorship and study support, including opportunities for AAT and CIMA qualifications, and is well-suited for an ambitious individual passionate about finance.
  • The role includes responsibilities such as preparing KPIs, supporting internal reporting, and assisting with month-end reporting procedures.
  • The company offers a competitive salary along with benefits including 26 days of holiday, life insurance, private medical insurance, and a pension contribution.

Your new companyA responsible manufacturing company and a global leader in their industry, operating across 40 countries with 212 sites worldwide. This organisation was established in 1860 and has since gone from strength to strength, acquiring various organisations and growing significantly. Now is an exciting time to join, as they are set to acquire another business this summer. Their focus continues to be on creating acquisitions that expand their presence in emerging markets, improve the industry structure, and add new technologies so that they can capture further value. Your new roleThe finance team comprises 2 Finance Business Partners and a Financial Controller. This role offers the opportunity to learn from a passionate team and a Financial Controller with vast experience in his niche as well as excellent commercial knowledge and involvement, whilst having the opportunity of full support and mentorship through your studies, including AAT and CIMA. The client is open to considering traditional apprenticeships as well as training contract routes. You will learn the mechanics of the business through carrying out tasks supporting the Finance and Commercial functions to help with the daily operation of the department. This role would be well suited to an ambitious and driven candidate who has a passion for finance and would like to build a career in this field. Examples of daily tasks include:

  • Preparing and managing daily KPI's
  • Support internal reporting such as waste analysis and production order profitability
  • Logistics cost analysis
  • Assisting with stock takes and subsequent reporting
  • Helping the business with it's overall SOX reporting requirements
  • Month end reporting procedures

What you'll need to succeed

  • Some experience of working within a Finance function
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Competency with Excel
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask

What you'll get in return

  • The opportunity to learn and grow within an excellent organisation
  • Mentorship and study support, including apprenticeship or training contract
  • 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life Insurance and Private Medical Insurance
  • Pension contribution and Income Protection
  • Access to a rewards gateway

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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