Description
This is an exciting time for Transport UK as it continues to grow and build on its impressive progress to date. The business are looking to appoint an ambitious, newly qualified accountant to support the Transport UK Rail Replacement team by building and developing robust financial processes and working closely with the operations team as the business focuses on interlinking finance with the wider organisation as it grows. This role will provide the incumbent with great exposure at board level in a highly profitable division of the business.
The accounts & finance team play a key role in how the business operates and therefore a willingness to develop an understanding of each area of the business is required. The pace and diversity of the company encouters new and exciting challenges on a daily basis.
The evolving and aspirational development of Transport UK requires the candidate to be both an ambitious and intuitive individual, with a willingness to learn all aspects of the business operation and incumbent financial objectives with the goal achieving high levels of efficiency.
The Financial Accountant will work as part of a forward-thinking culture and will report directly to the Finance Manager- Ancillary Services.
You will be part of a friendly, close-knit team in Glasgow who are passionate about the business and services it provides. The role will involve working and liaising with all parts of the business, including Operations, Procurement and Commercial.
Key Responsibilities
With the expectation that the business will be going through a significant growth phase, it is key that the successful candidate can demonstrate the following:
* Preparation of the TRR periodic financials. This includes posting GL journals, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, reviewing work undertaken by the Shared Service Centre (Solvd.) and preparing management accounts.
* Business Partner with TRR, providing insightful commentary and variance analysis on the management accounts to the cost centre owner.
* Prepare a periodic reporting pack for the Ancillary Board, providing financial insights into P&L, balance sheet and cashflow. Weekly monitoring of billing and cashflow, ensuring any issues are cleared in a timely manner with contract managers.
* Lead the preparation of the TRR quarterly forecasts and annual budget.
* Analysis of the TRR financial results and identification of risks and opportunities.
* Responsibility for the preparation of the TRR management accounts.
* Preparation of any support required for the Transport UK Bus annual audit.
* Assist the Finance Manager – Ancillary Services with any other areas that require input.
* Work alongside the Group Finance team on any ad hoc projects
* Assist with the Group Finance team with additional work when required
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
The Financial Accountant position requires an accountant who possesses excellent organisational, interpersonal, and technical skills. The ability to build relationships with and influence internal stakeholders is a key requirement, as are strong technical accounting skills.
As the company is undergoing a sustained period of growth, there is a focus on continuous improvement and development of reporting.
A strong track record of achievement both professionally and academically is required given the nature and requirements of this position.
A summary of the key candidate requirements are as follows:
* Qualified accountant CA/ACCA/CIMA with commercial awareness and business acumen. Part Qualified/final stages of qualification will also be considered
* Strong technical accounting skills with great attention to detail
* Demonstrable ability to maintain robust financial control environment and drive process improvement/efficiency
* An approachable manner, working as part of a team to achieve company-wide objectives
* Advanced Excel skills
* Effective interpersonal skills, managing communications within the finance team and across all departments in the business
* Comfortable working to tight deadlines
* Strong analytical skills to support business decision making processes
* Inquisitive & with the ability to learn quickly
Benefits
Joining Transport UK means becoming part of a team that values your development and wellbeing. We offer:
* On-the-job training and continuous personal development opportunities.
* Regular performance feedback and 1:1s to help you succeed.
* Support for family events, personal support, and a focus on having fun in the workplace.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Competitive benefits.
Benefits
* Competitive Salary
* Discretionary ScotRail Season Ticket (home to work)
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (for most roles, after probation)
* 34 days holiday (including public holidays) with option to buy additional
* Generous salary exchange Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Scheme
* Optional Health Cashplan Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Support including mental, physical, financial and social
* Social events including Summer Event and Christmas Party
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the heart of our operations, apply today
Successful completion of security and background checks will be required.
About Transport UK Group
Transport UK is a dynamic private sector transport operator serving millions of rail and bus passengers every day across the UK. It operates Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, and Merseyrail as well as 11% of London's bus routes.
Led by a dedicated team of industry experts with unrivalled experience in the sector, Transport UK is playing a vital role in shaping the future of integrated public transport.