At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver impactful financial reporting and enhance accounting processes in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join DS Smith, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid holidays, CV support, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working options and opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Level up your finance career while making a real difference in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounting is preferred; qualifications not essential if you have relevant experience.
Are you looking to level up your finance career in a global business? If the answer is “Yes”, then DS Smith are looking for someone like you to join as an Accountant, to help them deliver outstanding financial reporting across their UK operations. Working closely with teams across our Shared Service Centre, including P2P and Credit & Collections, you’ll help deliver a smarter, more efficient accounting service aligned with our Group policies. From preparing monthly management accounts to improving processes and supporting site leaders with insightful financial analysis – this is a hands-on, varied role where you’ll make an impact.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis and site-specific financial reports
- Process journals, accruals, and adjustments (standard and non-standard)
- Manage journal templates and ensure ledger accounts are reconciled in a timely manner
- Support Group and Divisional reporting needs
- Engage collaboratively with cross-functional finance teams to enhance, streamline and strengthen core accounting processes
- Play an active role in enhancing close efficiency through structured continuous improvement
- Provide ad hoc support to Senior Accountants and Head of Finance Support & Reporting
Experience needed:
- Qualifications are not essential if you have proven relevant experience
- Experience in management or financial accounting and monthly reporting
- Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems
- Confident using Excel to analyse and present data
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Independent, proactive and collaborative approach
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain finance to non-finance stakeholders
Benefits:
- Advice and editing on your current CV
- Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
- Paid holiday
- Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
- Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
- Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
- Competitive rates of pay
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a team member will be in contact if you meet our requirements. All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment and reference check.
Accountant employer: Randstad Delivery
At DS Smith, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values ambition and hands-on learning. Located in the heart of Blunham, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility offers a dynamic work culture where employees can thrive, develop new skills, and enjoy competitive pay along with benefits like paid holidays and exclusive discounts. Join us to not only advance your career as a Machine/Production Operative but also to be part of a supportive team that encourages growth and progression into permanent roles.
