Location
Rotherham (hybrid role, 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home)

Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary
Up to £32,500 per annum depending on experience

About the Role
We are looking for an Accounts Assistant responsible for day to day finance department activities, including completion of month end and year end duties in accordance with strict deadlines. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will provide insightful management information to both local Management Teams and Central Functions. Key responsibilities include raising and goods receipting of purchase orders, checking and maintenance of purchase orders, reconciliation of disposal invoices to monthly data, raising recyclate income invoices ensuring correct revenue prices and accurate tonnage data, preparation of specific waste invoices to councils, and preparation of month end accounts including posting accruals and prepayments journals. The role also involves balance sheet reconciliations, month end accounts reporting, monthly variance analysis meetings with senior managers, preparation of aspects of the monthly council report, supporting the annual service and environmental report, assisting with monthly business reporting, 5 year business plan, annual budget and quarterly forecasting, providing tools for effective cost control on projects, and data provision for the annual audit. Join Biffa and be part of a company that is changing the way people think about waste, with a commitment to diversity, equality and a rewarding career environment.

Experience
CIMA/ACCA/ACA part-qualified (or equivalent). Previous experience working in an accountancy based role is essential.

About you
Ability to work methodically and logically to a high level of accuracy. Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the business.

Qualifications
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.