At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support financial reporting.
- Company: Join a leading company that values community and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy life assurance, pension scheme, free ferry travel, and wellness support.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive team culture focused on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a supportive environment with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA with strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as a Junior Local Financial Accountant. Be part of the movement - and play your part.
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Local Financial Accountant to join our finance team. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a developing finance professional to gain hands-on experience and grow within a supportive environment. This position is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is keen to build technical expertise, develop commercial awareness, and contribute to the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
You will be responsible for:
- Preparing and posting journal entries (JNLs) in line with accounting standards
- Performing balance sheet and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, and resolving discrepancies
- Supporting the monitoring and reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Managing and resolving finance-related queries from internal stakeholders
- Maintaining and reviewing the general ledger, ensuring data integrity
- Assisting with month-end and year-end close processes
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies
- Supporting wider finance team activities and ad hoc reporting requirements
About you
You will be AAT qualified and/or studying towards, or part-qualified in, ACCA or CIMA, with a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices. Previous experience in a finance or accounting role is desirable, alongside strong Excel skills, experience using financial systems, and a high level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail. You will be organised, able to manage competing priorities, and comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for someone who is naturally curious and enjoys understanding the story behind the numbers. You will take a thorough and methodical approach to your work, demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and accountability, and be committed to continuous improvement. A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive finance team are essential.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us. Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
- Full employee assistance programme including:
- Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
- Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
- Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
- Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs.
- Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.
- While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now. If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis. We look forward to hearing from you.
This recruitment process is managed by the DFDS Talent Acquisition team. We kindly ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us regarding this opportunity.
Junior Local Financial Controller in Peterborough employer: DFDS UK & Ireland
At DFDS, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering our ADR Class 1 HGV Drivers in Kettering a supportive work environment that prioritises safety and professionalism. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training opportunities and a range of benefits including life assurance, a contributory pension scheme, and free ferry travel for you and your guests. Join us to be part of a diverse team that values inclusivity and encourages personal development while ensuring the critical infrastructure of goods transportation across the UK.
