The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Finance Department for a Management Accountant to join the team at The Port of Felixstowe. As a member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant is directly responsible to Finance Senior Management. Once fully integrated into the business, the Management Accountant will have direct responsibility for other employees.

As the Management Accountant you will be expected to be able to work independently with high concentration levels as well as guide and coordinate the task of any direct reports. You will be expected to liaise with internal contacts at all levels across HPUK and external contacts as required and must adhere to stated policies and procedures relating to Health and Safety. As required you will undertake projects to streamline and improve efficiency and will be expected to identify and lead a team in delivering these requirements.

Key Requirements

·         Meet HPUK group reporting requirements, ensuring that all reports are complete, reviewed and submitted within reporting deadlines. To ensure the Management Accounting function within their selected business unit(s) operates in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.

·         Provide financial support and expertise to projects including any operational and technical aspects.

·         Identifying issues impacting efficiency and effectiveness across HPUK coordinating appropriate analysis and making recommendations for improvement.

·         Provide specific financial expertise and commercial support across HPUK.

·         Training and development of the Finance Staff.

·         Coordinate the compilation, review and monitoring of budgets / forecast for key Operational Divisions within HPUK.

·         To work directly with members of Senior Management and Executive team contributing to the identification and implementation of initiatives to reduce cost and increase revenue.

·         Attending meetings with internal and external parties in support of subject experts.

·         Lead an internal business improvement project team to streamline business as usual processes within the Finance department, removing duplication and promoting a greater level of efficiency across all areas of Finance.

Who are we looking for?

Suitable applicants will have:

·         Passed finalist of professional accounting body - ACCA, ACMA, ACA.

·         A level or equivalent within English.

·         Advanced level within Excel.

·         A financial background with experience in management accounting of at least 4 years.

·         Excellent planning, analytical, communication and organisational skills within a business finance environment.

Hutchison Ports is committed to creating and developing an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants and encourage discussion about flexible working opportunities. We offer a supportive, community environment and have recently been awarded Chartered status by Women In Maritime. We have our own Women’s Network, offer leadership, mentoring and role specific training.

Please apply via the Port-al. The selection process may involve a competency based interview and psychometric assessment.