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Assistant Management Accountant - Italian Speaker

Employer
Head Office
Location
Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Nov 22, 2024
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Job Role
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Role:Assistant Management Accountant



Location:
Blackburn, BB1 2FA Office Based

Contract:Full-Time Hours / Permanent



Salary:
£27,000 - £36,575 Dependent on Experience &DiscretionaryBonus Scheme

Company:EG Group

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a pro-active and enthusiastic individual to join us as an Assistant Management Accountant at our state of the art Waterside Head Office! You will be part of our experienced Finance Team to provide support for effective accounting and reporting, as well as, lead on month end processes. In this role you will have the chance to liaise with key stakeholders within the business by being first point of contact for the Operations teams, Senior Management Teams and the Board. You will also be the first point of contact for cost reporting and variance analysis so being math savvy will be beneficial!

The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker who is able to analyse and interpret large volumes of data, as well as take pride in working to high standards whilst ensuring an outstanding attention to detail. You will also aim to meet deadlines and manage workload appropriately depending on its urgency.

This is a permanent office based position; we are flexible with preferred working schedules between Monday-Friday. This is the perfect opportunity if you are an individual looking for a challenging but advancing career where you will broaden your knowledge day after day.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Business partnering with key stakeholders
  • Completing variance and trend analysis for company results by site
  • Working with the Management Accountant to lead on month end process and ensure deadlines are achieved to support group reporting requirements
  • Managing of Balance Sheet items
  • Focusing on developing month end and other financial processes post month end
  • Reviewing P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and present key trends
  • Effectively prepare monthly lead schedules
  • Liaising in the production of management accounts
  • Liaising with operational teams
  • Supporting the Commercial Finance Team with information and performance analysis to drive decision making for local teams
  • Generating close links with the management teams, perform forecasting and budgeting of businesses
  • Working closely with the operational manager to optimise performance, control cost and drive profitability
  • Other ad hoc projects

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time

Candidate Requirements
  • Previous experience in a finance background (E.G. Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable)
  • Ensuring month end deadlines are met
  • Having a results focused mindset
  • Skilled in gathering and analysing information
  • Managing workload effectively
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills
  • Ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities
  • Commercially aware and be an analytical thinker
  • Proficient knowledge of Excel
  • Organised, self-motivated, pro-active with the ability to multi-task
  • SAP Experience(Desirable)
  • Currently working towards accounting qualification(desirable)

Benefits & Rewards
  • Performance Based Bonus Scheme
  • Employee Life Assurance
  • EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
  • ASDA Discount Card 10% off all ASDA stores
  • EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
  • Smart Health 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
  • Employee Assistance Programme access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
  • Learning & Development access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
  • Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
  • Free Secure Car Parking
  • Dress Down Fridays
  • Flexi-Time
  • Prayer and Ablution Facilities
  • Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
  • Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
  • Work Anniversary Rewards
  • Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is one of the worlds leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.

Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.

At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.

Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.

Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.

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