Trainee Management Accountant

Bertelsmann is a media, services and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group, and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company has 117,000 employees and generated revenues of €17.1 billion in the 2015 financial year. Bertelsmann stands for creativity and entrepreneurship. This combination promotes first-class media content and innovative service solutions that inspire customers around the world Salary: Up to £28,000.00 Location: Hams Hall Contract: 40 Hours – Monday to Friday We are seeking a highly motivated Management Accountant to join our Finance function. This role will support the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, ensure robust financial controls, and provide insightful analysis to support business decision-making. Your Tasks Support the month-end close process, including the preparation and posting of accruals and prepayments Ensure compliance and accuracy of invoice processing, confirming costs are correctly allocated within the Profit and Loss account Support the Purchase Order process and maintain integrity and accuracy within the sub-ledger Prepare and maintain clear, complete and accurate balance sheet reconciliations as part of the month-end process Analyse monthly expenditure and provide clear, concise financial insight to stakeholders Support Business Partners with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, process improvement initiatives and ad-hoc requests Participate in internal and external audits and additional compliance activities   Your Profile AAT qualified Strong data analysis and financial reporting skills, including data visualisation Advanced Microsoft Excel capability Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across the organisation and present financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders Proactive and professional approach, demonstrating ownership, initiative, sound judgement and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to think critically, identify issues and contribute to continuous improvement   We Offer 25 days annual leave plus 8 UK bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days Pension contribution A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you Employee Discount Scheme Free car parking   Profile