Overview
Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Plant Accountant to join our Finance Team here at March. Reporting to the Plant Accountant, the role will be responsible for providing vital support to the finance team in various aspects of accounting and financial management. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and professional development within the field of management accounting. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, and cost control while working closely with senior accountants and finance managers. This is a great opportunity for someone to further develop their finance skills in a broad finance role and to achieve their CIMA qualification.
Responsibilities
* Support Plant Accountant to provide professional, reliable and accurate and timely reporting on business performance
* Provide cover to the Plant Accountant in periods of absence
* Support Health and Safety initiatives at site
* Assist in the controlling and understanding of general ledger
* Perform month-end close activities such as producing and reviewing reports, posting journal entries, reviewing and reconciling accounts, and calculating accruals, provisions and prepayments
* Support to ensure SOX reporting is timely and accurate, including all balance sheet reconciliations and order to cash system controls
* Provide cover to both the Credit Controller and Accounts Payable
* Support the month end financial reporting pack and submission
* Support the Budgeting and RF cycle processes
* Support the reporting and analysis on the sites CTO projects
* Review and resolve webcycle queries
* Assist line managers with and submit vendor creation requests
Qualifications
The successful candidate will ideally be someone who has a relevant finance degree or who has achieved their AAT qualification and is committed to studying for the CIMA qualification. A Level entry level into AAT will also be considered. Previous work experience in a finance team for a large organisation is desirable, but not essential.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
* Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
* Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)
Additional Details
* Seniority level: Internship
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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