Midlands Co-operative is one of the largest independent Retailers in the UK. Independent from The Co-operative Group, they are part of the wider co-operative movement. In the true spirit of co-operation working with each other so that as part of a larger unit, they have enhanced buying power through economies of scale.
Gleeson Recruitment Limited is working in exclusive partnership with Midlands Co-operative to recruit for a Transport Accountant.
Candidates will need to be qualified or qualified by experience, and will have gained significant experience in a management accounting or Finance Manager role, providing analytical support in commercially driven environment. This role will involve multi-site exposure between Birmingham and the East Midlands so candidates must be prepared to travel when required.
Duties include:
- Manage the Society’s Transport financial accounting records, systems, reporting and control procedures to comply with statutory requirements.
- Manage the provision of management accounts, financial management information, budgets and forecasts to the Transport business.
- To lead, develop and motivate the Transport Accounts team of 6 staff, ensuring effective performance management and succession planning.
- To drive innovation and improvements in financial processes and procedures.
- Provide support to the Financial Accountant – Corporate and Other Businesses.
What's on Offer
Excellent salary with career progression and the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced retail environment, you’ll need to think on your feet, communicate with clarity and Excel at relationship building.
Any third party applications will be forwarded to Gleeson Accountancy Recruitment.