Compensation Data

£50000 - £60000

Mission Details

Division : Finance

Department : Finance

JOB TITLE

Commercial Management Accountant

Reporting to the FP&A Manager

JOB DIMENSIONS

The role supports the 6 Arkema businesses within the UK and 1 in Ireland

· Arkema Holding Limited (Stafford)

· Arkema UK Limited (Wetherby & Stafford)

· Bostik Limited (Stafford & Leicester)

· Sovereign Chemicals (Barrow in Furness)

· Siroflex Limited (Barnsley).

· Evode Limited [Dormant]

· Bostik Industries (Dublin)

Combined Net Turnover @£240M

ACTIVITIES

Working within main FP&A department, covering broad range of commercial aspects, including but

not limited to;

Pricing / Margin :

· Maintain current pricing structure / price lists – ensuring tie to Commercial Contracts

· Assist with pricing for tender negotiations

· Support sign off of Trading Agreements.

· Prepare (& eventually lead) monthly pricing meeting with Commercial Teams (supported by FP&A

Manager)

· Perform Pricing Analysis in all Business Streams; agree actions with Commercial Director /

Commercial Manager. (Track, monitor, recommend and report all Price increases)

· Business Partner to Category Managers

Rebates:

· Management of customer rebate process within SAP

· Raising of rebate credit documentation

· Reconciling Rebate provisions

· Liaison with commercial to ensure rebate contracts reviewed and aligned to SAP

Reporting:

· Publish Summary Daily; Weekly & Monthly Sales & Margin Reports

· Promotional analysis / approval / tracking to ensure maintaining required margin

· Preparation and updating of Customer & Market levels P&L’s monthly / as required

· Preparation of Balance Sheet Reconciliations

The role operates in a busy environment with multiple demands on time and resources.

The dynamic nature of the business requires adaptability and flexibility, whilst at the same time adhering to

pre-defined deadlines, legislative and regulatory requirements.

The role requires regular interaction with relevant stakeholders, and representing the company in a

professional capacity at all times.

Role is office based, working from Common Road, Stafford, ST16 3EH. Occasional travel to other sites may

be required.

The applicant should be self-motivated, with a can-do attitude and bring enthusiasm, diligence & aptitude to

the role.

Continuation of study will be supported for the right candidate.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsible for Pricing & Margin Analysis, Structure and Execution of the UK pricing. Ensure the growth of the

company EBITDA through an effective and structured sales and margin analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance role

· Working knowledge of SAP

· Part Qualified CIMA or equivalent

· Computer and IT literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the use of formulas

· A strong analytical mind-set

· Ability to work well under pressure and to prioritise effectively is essential.

· Ability to work across range of departments / levels of hierarchy

· Influencing and strong communication skills are also a pre-requisite

Desirables:

· SAP BI knowledge

· Graduate calibre with focus on further financial based qualifications

· Experience of management accounts

· Previous experience in a similar industry