Compensation Data
GBP 50000 : GBP 60000
Mission Details
Division : Finance
Department : Finance
JOB TITLE
Commercial Management Accountant
Reporting to the FP and A Manager
JOB DIMENSIONS
The role supports the 6 Arkema businesses within the UK and 1 in Ireland
Arkema Holding Limited (Stafford)
Arkema UK Limited (Wetherby and Stafford)
Bostik Limited (Stafford and Leicester)
Sovereign Chemicals (Barrow in Furness)
Siroflex Limited (Barnsley).
Evode Limited (Dormant)
Bostik Industries (Dublin)
Combined Net Turnover GBP 240M
ACTIVITIES
Working within main FP and A department, covering broad range of commercial aspects, including but
not limited to;
Pricing / Margin :
Maintain current pricing structure / price lists : ensuring tie to Commercial Contracts
Assist with pricing for tender negotiations
Support sign off of Trading Agreements.
Prepare ( and eventually lead) monthly pricing meeting with Commercial Teams (supported by FP and A
Manager)
Perform Pricing Analysis in all Business Streams; agree actions with Commercial Director /
Commercial Manager. (Track, monitor, recommend and report all Price increases)
Business Partner to Category Managers
Rebates:
Management of customer rebate process within SAP
Raising of rebate credit documentation
Reconciling Rebate provisions
Liaison with commercial to ensure rebate contracts reviewed and aligned to SAP
Reporting:
Publish Summary Daily; Weekly and Monthly Sales and Margin Reports
Promotional analysis / approval / tracking to ensure maintaining required margin
Preparation and updating of Customer and Market levels P and L's monthly / as required
Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations
The role operates in a busy environment with multiple demands on time and resources.
The dynamic nature of the business requires adaptability and flexibility, whilst at the same time adhering to
pre:defined deadlines, legislative and regulatory requirements.
The role requires regular interaction with relevant stakeholders, and representing the company in a
professional capacity at all times.
Role is office based, working from Common Road, Stafford, ST16 3EH. Occasional travel to other sites may
be required.
The applicant should be self:motivated, with a can:do attitude and bring enthusiasm, diligence and aptitude to
the role.
Continuation of study will be supported for the right candidate.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for Pricing and Margin Analysis, Structure and Execution of the UK pricing. Ensure the growth of the
company EBITDA through an effective and structured sales and margin analysis.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role
Working knowledge of SAP
Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent
Computer and IT literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the use of formulas
A strong analytical mind:set
Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise effectively is essential.
Ability to work across range of departments / levels of hierarchy
Influencing and strong communication skills are also a pre:requisite
Desirables:
SAP BI knowledge
Graduate calibre with focus on further financial based qualifications
Experience of management accounts
Previous experience in a similar industry