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We are currently looking for an Accountant – JV's to join our high performing finance team based in Birmingham. Although the role is based at our Solihull Head Office, we are currently employing a flexible, hybrid working model 2 days per week in the office.
Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it is important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Main ResponsibilitiesTo support the Assistant Finance Manager in partnering with key business stakeholders on specific focus area (depending on R2R team in which the role resides). Contribute to the provision and reporting of effective financial information and Assist with the provision and reporting of effective financial information and management accounting at each month end and through the month as required. Working as part of a highly competent team, assisting with the month end close, working closely with Business Finance teams. Contributing to the team’s high quality output and maintain accurate recording of transactions and ensure accounting is in line with CRH accounting policies and accounting standards, with the support of Assistant Finance Manager and other team members.
Preparation of and posting of journals.
Support Assistant Manager and other team members to deliver month end close.
Completion of high quality balance Sheet reconciliations, in accordance with guidelines and timetables.
With support of Assistant Manager, working closely with business unit finance teams, ensuring full understanding and documentation of any balances and timely resolution of any issues, including managing expectation of any P&L impact.
Assist team with preparation for quarterly Balance Sheet Reviews with business unit finance
Assist with preparation of reporting as required for own area of focus including quarterly financial reporting
Input into Sox controls as required.
Supporting both internal and external audit.
Supervising, coaching and developing the assistant accountants in the team.
Support Assistant Manager with cross team working across R2R and SSC as required including any inputs required to Statutory Accounts or Tax processes
Undertake any adhoc analysis or tasks as required.
The Ideal CandidateIdeally you will be an experienced fully or nearly qualified ( ACA, ACCA, CIMA ) or qualified by experience.
A motivated individual with a track record of working to tight deadlines under pressure
Self starter, able to prioritise and manage your own workload effectively
Able to deal with large quantities of complex data – excel skills essential.
Has experience of an internal control framework, such as Sarbanes Oxley
Good understanding of accounting principles
Able to make balanced decisions
Has prepared both journals and reconciliations to high standard, and able to demonstrate w hat good looks like when it comes to narrating and evidencing journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Works with a sense of urgency as required and able to escalate issues confidently
SAP system knowledge is highly desirable
BlackLine system knowledge is desirable
Effective communication skills with people at all levels of the business
Problem solver with a strong analytical ability
Tenacity for accuracy and attention to detail
Why UsWe offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits.
Some of the range of benefits on offer to employees include:
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
Training and development opportunities
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Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
