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Management Control Assistant

TN United Kingdom

Northampton

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Management Control Assistant to join their dynamic team in Northampton. This role involves preparing management reports, assisting with product costing, and ensuring accurate internal controls. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a degree in Finance. You will work closely with key internal customers, providing timely advice and support. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company that values accuracy and attention to detail in its financial operations.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Finance or part qualified, full accounting qualification preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare period end reporting packs focusing on sales and production.
  • Assist with product costing and statutory reporting, including audits.

Skills

Fluent in English
Analytical capabilities
Planning skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Knowledge of ERP systems
MS Office (Excel)

Education

Degree in Finance
Full accounting qualification

Tools

ERP systems
MS Office

Job description

Management Control Assistant, Northampton
Client:

Hermes

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9e5b26e54873

Job Views:

8

Posted:

02.04.2025

Expiry Date:

17.05.2025

Job Description:

Main activities:

  1. Management Reporting: Preparation of the period end reporting pack for the JL & Co Executive Committee, focusing on sales, production, supply chain.
  2. Commentary on KPIs, identifying key trends, highlighting both positives and negatives, specifically around sales, inventory & factory margin.
  3. Product Costing: Assisting the Industrial Management Controller with maintaining accuracy of costing data, particularly around Bill of Materials and periodic costing updates.
  4. Business Partnering, working closely with key internal customers, providing assured, timely advice around any areas of concern that may arise.
  5. Ad hoc reporting.
  6. Participation in stock takes.
  7. Any other duties as required by management in accordance with the job role.
  8. Assist with statutory reporting, including external audit and National Statistics.
  9. Pricing: Assist with product pricing, both ad hoc and bulk seasonal pricing, adhering to strict deadlines. Accurate product costing is fundamental to successful product pricing.
  10. Internal Control: Implementation of formalised controls to check the correct application of the company's procedures. Briefing managers and staff on any issues relating to internal control.
Skills and Experience:
  1. Fluent in English
  2. Degree in Finance (Master or part qualified, a full accounting qualification is desirable although not essential).
  3. Accurate, clear analytical capabilities and attention to detail are key.
  4. Strong planning skills and a highly organised approach to work.
  5. Ability to meet demanding deadlines.
  6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  7. Able to work autonomously, taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.
  8. Knowledge of ERP systems would be advantageous.
  9. Excellent computer skills and software skills: excellent with MS Office, particularly Excel.

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Created on 02/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom

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