Description of business
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The Heidelberg Materials International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides administrative and transactional services to in-scope Heidelberg Materials Companies and Business Lines. The International Business Centre incorporates departments which provides Accounts Payable, Central Purchasing, and Master Data services to other group countries. As part of an expanding international centre, there is lots of room for career progression within these departments.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognize that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. We actively encourage diversity in the construction industry and welcome all applicants, regardless of perfect alignment with job descriptions. Elevate your life with our family-friendly policies prioritizing wellbeing.
Our corporate culture is characterized by trusting teamwork, a strong customer focus, creativity, and a willingness to innovate, as well as sustainable thinking and action. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of construction materials with around 51,000 employees in over 50 countries, we offer excellent career opportunities for your professional future.
Heidelberg Materials Where Diversity Empowers, Individuality Inspires, and Together, we can achieve Net Carbon Zero.
Department
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The Accounting & Controlling team will assist in the preparation of the monthly management accounts for designated process areas, maintain and report on a strong and robust control environment, completing balance sheet reconciliations, risk analysis and providing an accounting perspective to all processes to ensure compliance, efficiency and transparency.
Key accountabilities
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Accounting services
Post journals and other uploads into ERP systems accurately and on a timeline basis. Assist in the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts Assist with quarterly forecast and annual budget processes where appropriate. Identify and resolve issues arising using the application of accounting principles and sound judgement.Subject Matter Expertise
Develop good knowledge of relevant accounting standards and ERP systems. Investigate non-standard transactions and propose solutions. Provide thorough root cause analysis and outcomes for issues arising.Customer Service
Respond to accounting queries quickly, with meaningful and informative resolution. All accounting processes for assigned area(s)Compliance
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The role holder is expected:
To comply with all aspects of the Heidelberg Materials Compliance Policy. To ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way so as to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place. To comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation. To proactively manage health & safety of employees to continuously improve the company's health & safety performance. To update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training/development courses as and when required. To comply with all aspects of the HR Policies and Procedures of the Company.Financial Competence
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Experience of working in an accounting environmentKnowledge of accounting double entryActively undertaking study towards a professional accounting qualificationExcellent Remuneration and Benefits
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Excellent remuneration packagesAgile working / Flexible working policies in place27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)Paid day off to Volunteer every yearHoliday Purchase SchemeSabbatical leaveFamily friendly policies such as enhanced Maternity/Paternity, and other policies including Parental leave, Neonatal care, AdoptionAccess to our Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice/support 24/7Trained mental health first aidersBenefits supporting you and your family, such as Cycle to work, voluntary Life assurance, free eye testsLeading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Hanson24/7 access to an online employee discount platform. Save money on everything from groceries, electronics, fashion, holidays, gym memberships, and much moreAccess to discounted private medical benefitsOngoing training and development and opportunities to help further your careerA comprehensive structured induction programmeExperience within a well-respected global market leaderIn addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required.