Assistant Accountant
Location: Birmingham
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, Hybrid working in office 3 x per week
Salary: Highly Competitive + Holidays + Pension + Excellent Benefits Package
About Us
Join 2 Sisters Food Group, one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover exceeding £3 billion and approximately 13,000 employees across 16 sites. We have a strong presence in poultry, chilled, and bakery food categories, including popular brands. We are committed to delivering high-quality products to the British public and our retail and food service customers, including major retailers like Aldi, Asda, Co-op, KFC, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Morrison's, Sainsbury's, Tesco, and Waitrose.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to play a key supporting role within Group Procurement Finance, working closely with the Group Procurement Accountant on rebate accounting and wider financial processes. The position offers broad exposure across both 2SFG and the wider Boporan Services Group, giving you the chance to develop a well-rounded understanding of finance operations within a complex business environment.
You'll be involved in core accounting activities while also partnering with procurement teams, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, collaboration, and the opportunity to add real value.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurate & timely reporting on rebate delivery
- Posting journals accurately and in a timely manner
- Supporting month-end reporting processes
- Prepare monthly Balance sheet reconciliations for sign off
- Updating and maintaining Excel trackers
- Assisting with ad hoc administrative and finance tasks
About You
You are a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional looking to build on your experience in an assistant or junior accounting role. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple tasks effectively, and are confident working both independently and as part of a wider finance team.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- AAT qualified (minimum)
- Previous experience in a similar role (e.g. Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, or Purchase Ledger Assistant)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
Benefits
- 33 days annual leave inclusive of the bank holidays
- Refer a friend scheme
- Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid are free and confidential support services 365 days a year
- Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% discount for friends and family
- Cycle2Work Scheme
Why Join Us?
As one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, we provide ample opportunities for career growth and skill development. We emphasise promoting from within, ensuring you can build a rewarding career with us.
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