We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Fixed Term Management Accountant with hybrid/ flexible working as some meetings will be held in Oxford, Birmingham, London and Liverpool.

HOURS OF WORK – Monday – Friday – 37.5 Hours a week

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Group Finance providing support to the wider finance teams in Amey with specific focus on team management, cash & bank processes, processing & implement improvements for the teams daily transactions and to support the teams month end processes.
You will need to be an analytical thinker with relevant qualifications & experience and the desire to proactively build your knowledge and implement your current knowledge to improve processes within the team.

What you will do:

• Production of monthly management accounts and preparation of periodic budgets and forecasts for property area
• Production, verification and control of reconciliations performed by the IA team
  • Bank reconciliations (including CiT postings)
  • Inter-company reconciliations
  • Balance sheet reconciliations and promotions for process improvements 
• Control priorities and work outputs to achieve reporting deadlines
• Oversee the system, process & reporting for the purchasing card process including daily liquidity facility 
• Processing and reconciliation of Fixed Assets
• Managing the payment authorisation process and other transactional cash office duties
• Communicate with staff to resolve queries as they arise
• Control coding of centralised purchase invoices and posting central accruals (including communication to business)
• Maintain and produce reports for the Integral Accounts team
• Support testing with IT system upgrades and general IT projects
• Support with interim and yearly audit requests
• Payment proposals for Group area of the business
• Control VAT sampling audit
• VAT reconciliation, assist tax team with VAT returns, posting accruals and managing the VAT ledger and postings in SAP
• Prepare and report actual cash flows on a weekly and monthly basis

What you will bring:

• Part Qualified / Qualified accountant or actively studying towards an accounting qualification or previous relevant work experience
• Attention to detail
• Accounts experience in a large or complex operation
• Previous people manager experience
• Capabilities to work as part of a team
• Confidence in handling and resolving complex queries
• Preferably knowledge of SAP, Excel and BPC

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible working - We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid and flexible working. With our network of offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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