BSC Assistant Management Accountant

Overview

The Heidelberg Materials International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides administrative and transactional services to in-scope Heidelberg Materials Companies and Business Lines. The International Business Centre incorporates departments which provide Accounts Payable, Central Purchasing, and Master Data services to other group countries. As part of an expanding international centre, there is lots of room for career progression within these departments.

The Accounting & Controlling team will assist in the preparation of the monthly management accounts for designated process areas, maintain and report on a strong and robust control environment, complete balance sheet reconciliations, risk analysis and provide an accounting perspective to all processes to ensure compliance, efficiency and transparency.

• Post journals and other uploads into ERP systems accurately and on a timeline basis.
• Assist in the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with quarterly forecast and annual budget processes where appropriate.
• Identify and resolve issues arising using the application of accounting principles and sound judgement.

• Develop good knowledge of relevant accounting standards and ERP systems.
• Investigate non-standard transactions and propose solutions. Provide thorough root cause analysis and outcomes for issues arising.

• Respond to accounting queries quickly, with meaningful and informative resolution.
• All accounting processes for assigned area(s).

• To comply with all aspects of the Heidelberg Materials Compliance Policy.
• To ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way so as to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place.
• To comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation.
• To proactively manage health & safety of employees to continuously improve the company's health & safety performance.
• To update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training/development courses as and when required.
• To comply with all aspects of the HR Policies and Procedures of the Company.

• Experience of working in an accounting environment.
• Knowledge of accounting double entry.
• Actively undertaking study towards a professional accounting qualification.

• Excellent remuneration packages.
• Agile working / Flexible working policies in place.
• 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays).
• Paid day off to Volunteer every year.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.
• Sabbatical leave.
• Family friendly policies such as enhanced Maternity/Paternity, and other policies including Parental leave, Neonatal care, Adoption.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice/support 24/7.
• Trained mental health first aiders.
• Benefits supporting you and your family, such as Cycle to work, voluntary Life assurance, free eye tests.
• Leading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Hanson.
• 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform. Save money on everything from groceries, electronics, fashion, holidays, gym memberships, and much more.
• Access to discounted private medical benefits.
• Ongoing training and development and opportunities to help further your career.
• A comprehensive structured induction programme.
• Experience with in a well‑respected global market leader.

Entry level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Wholesale Building Materials