Overview

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join our team in Wigan. Reporting to the Assistant Finance Manager, this is an exciting and varied role which is key to producing accurate management accounts, through analysing labour costs and key productivities. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail, possess the desire to be involved in all tasks within the Finance Department, be able to communicate confidently and be able to challenge the status quo. A varied role providing support and insight to enhance site/customer reporting and understanding through the interpretation of information produced to identify opportunities and challenge the operations. The role is Monday to Friday and there is a requirement to be onsite at least 3 days per week. We are also happy to look at flexible start and finish times to help support a work life balance. e.g. 08:00 to 16:00 or 09:00 to 17:00 or 09:30 to 17:30.

What will you contribute?

• Analysis of labour hours between Operational departments & assisting Operational Heads to explain key variances.
• Payroll reconciliations in a timely, accurate manner for weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Raising the customer invoices and checking variances to ledger postings, ensuring all costs are charged to the customer in a timely manner.
• Raise online Purchase Orders and ad-hoc payment requests for site.
• Producing weekly customer Flash and KPI pack including assisting with commentary.
• Delivery of accurate and timely financial reports, working with the operations on a weekly and periodic basis to understand variances.
• Assist with customer period pack production.
• Production of balance sheet and supporting documentation for one large customer.
• Support with the preparation of annual budgets and customer forecasts to strict timelines and standards.
• Develop strong relationships with both operational managers and the customer.
• Work with the Finance Manager to embed meaningful management information to support the development of opportunities and growth.
• Reporting and monitoring of key performance indicators to support service delivery and contractual commitments.
• Attend and be active in regular customer, team and site meetings. In addition to being the main contact on site for finance queries.
• Work in partnership with the HR team to ensure robust payroll processes and reporting mechanisms are in place.
• Producing ad-hoc reports, costings and expenditure trend analysis as required.
• Transport/Logistics Industry experience would be advantageous but not essential.
• Demonstrate drive, energy and a commitment to the continuous improvement of overall contract performance.
• Be proactive, inquisitive with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance.
• Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards.
• Must be flexible and respond positively and accurately to internal and external customer requests.
• Ability to develop good working relationships at all levels.
• Have excellent PC skills and be able to understand and harness IT and systems to benefit the operation.
• A part qualified accountant (AAT, CIMA, ACA, or ACCA) would be advantageous, but not essential.

What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits: In addition to a generous salary, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include online discount platform, onsite parking and much more. Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. We also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment. Be a part of our values; Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness & Trust.

Our Commitment: We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We want to create an environment where all colleagues feel safe, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes. Attracting diverse teams, we believe in creating an inclusive, respectful organisational culture for our colleagues and future talent. Find out more