At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with management accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations for International services.
- Company: DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer based in Smethwick.
- Benefits: Enjoy enhanced maternity/paternity packages, free life assurance, and discounted shopping from hundreds of retailers.
- Other info: Position is permanent, full-time, with hours from Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30.
- Why this job: Join a high-performing finance team and support international operations decision-making.
- Qualifications: Must have a minimum 2:1 degree and be willing to study ACCA or CIMA qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
DPD is a Valuable 500 company and a Disability Confident Employer. Our International Finance Manager is looking for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their high performing team. To support the International Finance Manager with the accounting, analysis and administration of DPD UK International services. Key stakeholders include the IOD, inter-co representatives from across Geopost and Finance team members.
Key Tasks Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of management information including weekly and monthly accounts for International.
- Liaise with the International Operations Administration team to ensure that costs are recorded on an accurate and timely basis.
- Complete all balance sheet reconciliations in order with the company policy.
- Monthly reconciliations of import duty / VAT control account.
- Assist with the maintenance of the International costs structure on the Company’s management information systems.
- To assist with the production of weekly performance reports for International Operations Department managers to aid decision making.
- Assist with the preparation and review of presentational information as requested by the International Finance Managers.
- Reconciliation of Intercompany balances with group partners.
- Any other tasks that might be reasonably requested.
Qualifications
As the successful candidate you will be able to evidence that you have finished university with a minimum 2:1 classification in any degree discipline. Additionally you must be willing to study either ACCA or CIMA qualification (ACA is not offered).
What we’re looking for;
- Strong analytical skills and be able to present results in a simple and clear manner.
- Ability to self-manage workload and prioritise tasks according to deadlines, importance and urgency.
- Excellent problem solving attitude with the drive to delivering results.
- Ability to build rapport with the Finance team and other departments in addition to excellent communication skills.
- Excellent computer literacy skills being proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrate the core values of DPD – Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work and Accountability.
Additional Information
- Holiday trading
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package
- Free life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension scheme
- Free onsite car parking for all employees
- Health Kiosks visiting every location
- Discounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
- Milestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friends
- Free eye tests and support with the cost of glasses
Assistant Management Accountant employer: DPD Group
DPD, located in Smethwick, offers a range of benefits including enhanced parental leave and free life assurance. The finance team is committed to excellence and supports employees' professional development through ACCA or CIMA qualifications.
