We’re looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join the Defence Finance Team, within the Public & Industrial sector. You will report directly to the Finance Manager and support the growth of the Defence Business Unit within Wincanton and adds to the existing portfolio.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain security clearance prior to commencing employment, this includes providing 5 years of UK residence and employment/education history.
Why Wincanton?
* Unrivalled salary between £28,000 - £32,000 Depending on experience
* Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week
* Hybrid role with 2/3 days a week on site or head office.
* Retail Discounts – supermarket, fashion, tech, days out, food and drink, home, cinema, travel, sports, music and games, books, health and beauty, leisure, Enterprise rentals
* Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
* Friends and Family Apprenticeships – Not only can you learn and develop new skills, your friends and family can enrol on accredited courses too!
* Healthcare Cash plan
* Pension Accident Insurance
* Payroll Giving
* Eye Care Vouchers
* Death in Service Benefit
* 50% discount on RAC cover Discounted Gym Memberships
* Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice
Day to Day
* Preparation of Monthly Sales Invoices to the customer
* Assisting with Ledger Account reconciliations aligned to the Management Accounts
* Preparation of period end accounts to ensure revenues and costs are captured and allocated accurately
* Undertake nominal ledger tasks including processing journals, nominal ledger cross charges and period end reconciliations
* Develop strong relationships with customers - both operationally and within the commercial function
* Reporting and monitoring of key performance indicators and non-financials to support service delivery and contractual commitments
* Balance sheet preparation including robust reconciliations to support balances
* Completion of monthly payroll reconciliations
* Completion of regular large operational reconciliations
* Supporting the Finance Managers with responsibilities across the wider Defence business
What will you bring?
* Studying towards the AAT/CIMA/ACCA qualification
* Experience of working with a finance software package or ERP package
* Transport/Logistics Industry experience preferred but not essential
* Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships at various levels
* Work to a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and promote healthy and robust financial controls
* Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
* Be flexible and respond quickly and positively to internal and external stakeholder requests
* Have excellent IT skills and be able to understand and harness various systems to benefit the operation
* Have commitment, passion, and a progressive attitude for achievement
Wincanton’s Commitment
Our people are our most important asset and as such we are continuously expanding our capability programs to provide you with opportunities to build and extend your professional, functional, and management skills. Your development through coaching is our priority. Continuous learning takes place through a broad variety of opportunities and types of engagements. Access to the latest technological innovations in the logistics and supply chain industry, as well as Wincanton’s deep knowledge and expertise in our field, constitute a superb platform for your professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Job Info
* Job Identification 11446
* Job Category Finance
* Posting Date 11/29/2024, 01:32 PM
* Apply Before 12/31/2024, 12:00 AM
* Job Schedule Full time
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