Vacancy NameAssistant Commercial Accountant Employment TypePermanent CountryUnited Kingdom LocationLiverpool Business AreaFinance Workplace TypeHybrid About PrincesThe Princes Group has over 7, employees with offices and production sites in the UK, Netherlands, Italy, Poland, France and Mauritius. Princes manufactures different food and drink products responsibly sourced and enjoyed by consumers every day. None of this would be possible without striving to be an employer of choice, where our colleagues are proud to represent our business. Role DescriptionPrinces Liverpool is recruiting for an Assistant Commercial Accountant to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has recently graduated/is studying their AAT looking to progress into CIMA. Monday - Thursday you will be working from our flagship office which is situated in the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool and then you will be able to work from home on a Friday.
*Please note this is an initial 12 month fixed term contract*
Princes has a great culture and the finance team is very passionate about progression within the business. This is a great position for someone looking to take their next step in the industry.
Job Purpose:
To support the business in providing comprehensive commercial finance support including providing commercial data sets such as demand summaries and supporting the commercial finance team in the delivery of commercial financial reporting.
Dimensions:
As a key member of the Commercial Finance team you will be required to liaise with various levels of personnel to ensure that the commercial information is produced accurately and on a timely basis.
The role will support the Commercial Accountants in the team as well as delivery of key commercial reports such as the Demand summaries and weekly reports.
Principal Responsibilities:
1. Production of annual demand summary information at agreed points during the month to support the profit forecast cycle.
2. Weekly reporting for commercial teams produced accurately and on a timely basis;
3. Support with the preparation of the monthly management and commercial finance reporting in accordance with prescribed formats, timescales and procedures;
4. Support Commercial Accountants with routine monthly postings, such as accruals and stock in transit
5. Analysis, review and submission of all relevant balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis;
6. Assisting the Commercial Accountants with the production of budget information;
7. Assisting the Commercial Accountants with the production of weekly and monthly forecasts;
8. Provide financial support to the Commercial departments, dealing promptly with queries;
9. Ad hoc investigations and analysis;
10. Extend knowledge of BI reporting tool and dashboard to support analytics development within commercial finance.
Benefits
11. CIMA study support program
12. 25 days annual leave + the Bank Holidays (pro rata)
13. A days annual leave for your Birthday
14. 14.5% pension - 5% employee opt in / 9.5% employer (opt in)
15. Hybrid & flexible working - 4 days in office / 1 day WFH
16. Core hours policy
17. Enhanced family friendly & carers policies
18. Critical illness cover
19. Learning & development opportunities
Role Requirements
20. Must be working towards CIMA qualification
21. Previous experience working for a FMCG would be advantageous
22. Proficient in Excel
23. Experience of SAP
24. Able to work to tight deadlines
25. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
26. Attention to detail a prerequisite
27. Strong Analytical Skills
28. Good Organisation Skills
29. Proactive being able to use initiative and react quickly
30. Ability to deal with staff and management at all levels
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