Assistant Accountant

We’re looking for an Accountant to join the INEOS Acetyls team. We need highly motivated individuals who want to be part of our growing business. INEOS Acetyls is a global chemicals business producing acetic acid and a range of derivatives across Europe, Asia and America. We’re part of INEOS - one of the largest petrochemical companies in the world, employing around 26,000 people across 194 sites in 29 countries.

You will be based at the Hull site, which is the largest producer of acetic acid, acetic anhydride and ethyl acetate in Europe. The products we produce are essential building blocks used in almost every industry, including renewable power, automotive, pharmaceuticals, coatings and textiles. Hull is also home to the business's global Technology Development and Support Team and is based on the 370-acre Saltend Chemicals Park - a cluster of world-class chemicals and renewable energy businesses at the heart of the UK's energy estuary.

Be part of our journey to net zero

Sustainability is at the heart of our business, and we have created a road map to achieving net zero. We’re investing in this sustainable future right now; you could be part of our journey.

The opportunity

We offer unique and unrivalled experiences at INEOS Acetyls, with opportunities to grow and develop. If you thrive on a challenge and are prepared to push yourself, then INEOS’ open and non-hierarchical approach to business will give you the opportunity to quickly develop your career. We value daily collaboration and teamwork, reaping the benefits of working on site/office based.

What we offer

• Discretionary annual bonus plan
• Generous contributory pension
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays with option to buy extra annual leave and flex 5 of these bank holidays.
• Wide range of benefits including discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans and high street discounts
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Free on-site gym.
• Online health and fitness hub for employees, plus friends and family
• Employee Assistance Programme offering a wide range of support services including counselling, financial support, legal services – for employees and family.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities

Key accountabilities

• Champions the INEOS 20 Safety Principles.
• Produce Management Information reports including but not limited to; CAPEX, fixed costs, variable costs for Actuals, Forecast and Budget
• Prepare clear and concise commentary to explain month end variances for the ETAC Controller to include in the submission to the Central team.
• Lead the cash flow management and forecasting for the EtAc business working with the EtAc Controller, EtAc Business Manager, Treasury Analyst and various other stakeholders
• Provide in depth cash flow commentary on weekly variances to ensure efficient cash management.
• Responsible for expense postings, income accruals, logistics costs, inventory and lease journals.
• Raise intercompany invoices for services and interest charges to support monthly closing.
• Perform general ledger reconciliation on a monthly/quarterly basis, clearing reconciling items timely.
• Ensure intercompany balances and transactions are resolved timely with counterparties.
• Support statistical and compliance reporting to local government/authorities.
• Provide reports to support management information and performance reporting as required by the business stakeholders and business finance team.
• Assist with the statutory reports, annual audit and tax package reports for the ETAC business.
• Support other month end closing related activities in response to the business/organisation/process change, including activities performed by the ETAC Controller in their absence.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and Intrastat data for IMHL and IEAG by monthly deadlines.
• Administer and post leases using the Nakisa software in-line with IFRS 16 for IMHL and IEAG.
• Upload monthly financials to the group reporting tool (Hyperion) and reconcile any intercompany balances.
• Any other finance duties as they arise.

About you

You will be a Qualified / Part Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or qualified by experience Accountant with knowledge of IFRS reporting standards and able to put these into practice. You will also be required to have well developed PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc) and knowledge of SAP. Preferable to have cost accounting experience in a manufacturing industry and strong numerical and analytical skills, business acumen and understanding of business drivers.

You will be required to adapt communication approach depending on needs of the audience and be Pro-active with strong interpersonal and communication skills to resolve issues and present information effectively. We are looking for a good team player who is a fast learner with ability to adapt to changing business requirement/processes/environment. A willingness to learn with a can-do attitude and wanting to succeed as an individual as well as within a team.

Location Salt End (Hull) is the location for this role.