Stock Accountant
| Posting date: | 05 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2024 |
| Location: | Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL |
| Company: | Bourne Leisure |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | req59269 |
Summary
Stock Accountant
Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid)
Annual Salary + Bonus and Benefits
Haven is seeking a Stock Accountant to support our Finance Function.
In this role, you will oversee and record the organisation's inventory, a vital task for maintaining precise financial records, managing costs effectively, and adhering to accounting standards. As a Stock Accountant, you will be instrumental in inventory management, cost control, financial reporting support, and enhancing overall business efficiency and compliance.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with an anticipated 3-4 days per week at our Head Office and the remainder working remotely.
Your Opportunity:
To learn, develop and become an expert in a key area of the business by:
- Being responsible for the timely and accurate posting of stocks and the reconciliations of control accounts and P&L movements include caravan stock
- Identifying and addressing slow-moving or obsolete inventory, implementing strategies to minimize financial losses
- Assisting with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations related to inventory transactions and valuations
- Preparing ad hoc reports and analyses as requested by management, providing insights into inventory-related matters
- Identifying opportunities for process improvement within the inventory management system, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain
- Working collaboratively with Parks and Finance Business Partners to regularly reconcile physical inventory counts with the accounting records to identify and resolve any discrepancies
What we’d like you to bring:
- Strong grasp of accounting principles, including GAAP.
- Proficiency in preparing and contributing to financial statements, particularly in accurately reflecting inventory values.
- Understanding of basic supply chain concepts such as procurement, order fulfilment, and logistics.
- Knowledge of internal control procedures to safeguard inventory and prevent fraud.
- Analytical skills to interpret and analyse inventory-related data, including turnover ratios and cost trends.
- Effective communication skills to liaise with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments.
- Ability to identify and address issues related to slow-moving or obsolete inventory.
- Experience in accounting or inventory management roles preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse data, identify trends, and solve inventory management problems.
- Initiative-driven and acts with integrity, transparency, and high ethical standards.
- Able to engage with stakeholders to strengthen the financial culture.
- Knowledge of team awareness and adherence to financial regulations and compliance standards
- Newly Qualified or Post Qualified experience within a Professional Accounting/Finance qualification such as CIMA, ACCA or ACA
What’s In It For You?
- Holiday allowance that rises with service, plus a ‘Holiday Buy Scheme’
- Annual bonus
- 20% discount on both Haven and Warner Hotels holiday for you, family and friends
- Comprehensive wellbeing support
- Access to the Bourne Leisure corporate box at the O2 Arena ,London
- Exclusive discounts with corporate partners
- Exciting career pathways, including Learning and Development opportunities such as Apprenticeships and Degrees
- Enhanced family friendly policies and pay (eligibility criteria applied)
Who are we?
We’re part of an award-winning Bourne Leisure family, which includes Haven & Warner Hotels. We have 9,000 fantastic team members and 39 beautiful seaside locations and our HQ based in Hemel Hempstead.
What’s it like to work with us?
Working with us is ultimately defined by our exceptional people and teams. At Haven, we take pride in our Breath of Fresh Air culture, which focuses on valuing and supporting every team member. We prioritise openness and transparency in our interactions allowing our team members to be their authentic selves.
We operate a hybrid working model, meaning 50% of your working week will be spent at the office, occasionally on Park, or at external events.
What can you expect during the recruitment process?
The interview process will be up to 3 stages and may contain a presentation or skills test, depending on the role. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to help you perform at your best during this process, please let us know.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part-time or a job-share.
We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at resourcingteam@bourne-leisure.co.uk.