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Job Description
Due to growth within our General Merchandise sector, an opportunity has arisen for a Part-time Accounting Assistant to join the existing Finance Team based at our Rochdale depot, Lancashire.
Overview
The Accounting Assistant role offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join the Wincanton team, reporting to the Finance Officer and developing their career within the Finance community at Wincanton.
The role is 22.5 hours per week, which can be split over 3, 4, or 5 days.
Part-time Salary – £15,600
How will you contribute?
* Assist in producing weekly accounts with the Finance Officer's support.
* Review costs, explain variances with meaningful commentary to operational stakeholders and the Finance Manager.
* Manage time, attendance output, and Payroll on-site, handling all queries related to variances.
* Support month-end procedures, including balancing costs and flagging risks and opportunities to the Finance Officer.
* Help Operators understand operation cost drivers.
* Collaborate with the operations team to input stats and non-finance info into accounts.
* Ensure costs are tracked and up-to-date for prepayment or accrual as needed.
* Review weekly Operational Trackers and liaise with the Operations team to resolve queries.
* Assist with period Balance Sheet reconciliations.
* Create and post weekly & monthly journals.
* Control inter-contract and inter-company recharges.
* Handle purchasing, including raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers.
* Perform any other reasonable duties as required.
What will you bring?
* Studying or wanting to study towards a professional accountancy qualification (AAT, CIMA, or ACCA).
* A desire to develop a career in Finance within the Logistics industry.
* Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Excel.
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, accurate, and flexible to business needs during key reporting periods.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What do we offer?
Our Culture & Benefits
Alongside a generous salary, we value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first environment, along with benefits like a company pension scheme, holidays, cycle-to-work scheme, online discounts, onsite parking, and more.
We provide opportunities for career development, training, and multi-skilling in a dynamic environment.
Our Values
We’re Thoughtful, We’re Aiming High, and We’re Prepared.
Our Commitment
We are committed to equality, inclusion, and supporting all colleagues to be their authentic selves. We are proud of our diverse workforce and welcome your application.
Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce.
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