Your new company

Hays Finance are delighted to be partnering with a large logistics company who are looking to add to their finance team through a period of growth.

Your new role

As Management Accountant you will be working alongside the Finance Manager, reporting to the Head of Finance and responsible for high-profit business units across the region, supporting growth projects and driving sustainable financial performance.

Main responsibilities include

• Proactively supporting the growth of the business through provision of financial modelling and commercial insight
• Supporting the prioritisation of investment and business cases with a focus on maximising return on investment
• Promote a data-led approach to discussions with the divisional teams
• Support the business in commercial negotiations with customers & suppliers
• Reviewing customer & supplier terms and conditions highlighting risks & opportunities
• Managing the financial performance of the business, including financial reporting (Monthly, divisional and group) and forecasting
• Develop an understanding of the funding arrangements and control cash in line with budgets/forecasts/convenants
• Develop effective relationships across the Divisional leadership team
• Maintain appropriate controls and ensure adherence to delegated authorities, continually evolve governance structures as the business grows
• Seek to continually improve processes and drive efficiency into financial procedures

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant or Part Qualified Account towards the end of the studies

• Proven track record in finance business partnering

• Capability to operate cross function

• Strong understanding of UK GAAP

• Commercially aware with a proven ability to identify and drive profit/cash improvement initiatives

• Strong planning & forecasting skills

• Able to partner with non-financial leaders

• Strong analytical skills

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to join a rapidly growing business, hybrid working with great transport links. Fantastic salary, car allowance & benefit package

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.