At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts payable and support monthly management accounting for a dynamic logistics group.
- Company: High-growth, PE-backed international logistics company based in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, hybrid work, and diverse benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a transformative finance team and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified accountant with experience in accounts payable and management accounts.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
A high-growth, PE-backed international logistics group is seeking an exceptional Accountant to join their London-based finance function during a period of significant transformation and expansion. With strong financial backing and a pan-European footprint, the company is undergoing transformation and expansion, offering an exciting environment for finance professionals looking to grow and make an impact.
The Role
The Accountant will support both the day-to-day accounts payable function and the monthly management accounting cycle for multiple group entities. The role works closely with the Group Financial Accountant and interacts across Finance, Operations, and occasionally with external stakeholders. This position is ideal for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their experience in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage accounts payable for group entities including invoice processing, payment runs, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare weekly cash forecasts and assist in short-term cash flow planning.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure timely and accurate invoice handling.
- Support preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations, and analytical review.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for group entities.
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT submissions for the UK business.
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives under guidance of the Group Financial Accountant.
- Provide support on ad hoc finance projects, board pack prep, audit assistance, and query resolution.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Background in accounts payable and exposure to management accounts preparation.
- Experience in a multi-entity and/or international environment is a plus.
- Industry background flexible; supply chain or logistics preferred but not essential.
- Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting under IFRS.
- Mid-level Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups); familiarity with Sage, Bright Analytics, or Blue10 a plus (training provided).
Interpersonal:
- Self-motivated and able to manage workload with minimal supervision.
- Strong communicator, collaborative mindset, and comfort working across departments.
- Open to change and enthusiastic about process improvement.
What’s on Offer:
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to work with some of the best in the industry.
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Many other benefits.
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