Assistant Management Accountant

VEKA PLC, Burnley

Assistant Management Accountant

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VEKA PLC, Burnley

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 2 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 1e3f885e770c4225b3c205966c9ea578

Full Job Description

As our Assistant Management Accountant, you will support the Finance function by preparing monthly management accounts, managing company credit cards, overseeing the staff expenses process, performing bank reconciliations, and assisting in cash flow forecasting. You'll be involved in analysing financial variances, maintaining finance systems, and engaging in budgeting and forecasting alongside our Head of Finance. This role also offers the chance to develop finance business partnering skills by working closely with key stakeholders across departments. What you'll do:

  • Manage company credit cards and the staff expenses process.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and manage cash book transactions.
  • Assist in the month-end process, cash flow forecasting, and preparing management accounts.
  • Analyse overheads, compare actual spending to budgets and liaise with managers on financial insights.
  • Support costing activities, stock control, VAT compliance, and year-end statutory accounts preparation.

    Part-qualified accountant (CIMA or equivalent).
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, inquisitive nature.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build effective partnerships.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; SAP and manufacturing experience is a plus.

    What you'll get:
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Pension (6% employer contribution)
  • Annual profit share (uncapped)
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free fruit
  • Free hot drink machines
  • Subsidised vending machines
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • What we do:VEKA has been leading the global development of PVCu window systems for over 50 years, through design, innovation, and customer focus. With factories in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia, and America, VEKA is the world's largest manufacturer of extruded PVC products. At VEKA, we are more than just a workplace; we are a global community of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence. We are innovators, constantly pushing boundaries to shape the future of our industry. We are collaborators, creating a culture of teamwork, accountability, and mutual support. We are committed to the growth and development of our people because we believe that when our employees thrive, so does our organisation. #WeAreVEKA - Are You? VEKA embraces diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us in cultivating a workplace that celebrates individuality and promotes collaboration. About VEKA UK: VEKA has been leading the global development of PVCU window systems for over 50 years, through design, innovation and customer focus. With subsidiaries in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia, America and Russia, VEKA is the world's largest manufacturer of extruded PVCU products.Headquartered in Germany and family owned since 1969, VEKA has retained the culture that created its success, offering a heritage of quality, efficiency, reliability, and stability to its partners.VEKA plc is the UK arm of the company; best known for the VEKA and Halo profile suites and the PVCU system that have respectively set new standards in the industry for technical excellence as well as sheer aesthetic appeal.Our German heritage is backed by British craftsmanship; quality is embedded deep within our ethos. Our ongoing commitment to product development ensures we'll continue to evolve with the technology and the market for years to come.