We are currently looking for a Management Accountant to join our team in Bristol, to be responsible for production of accurate and informative management information, commentary and variance analysis for the local business unit, ultimately to provide actionable insights and support the business in making good decisions and to Input to budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring that operational colleagues are set challenging but achievable targets, identify risks and opportunities and track progress against actions.
Welcome to First Bus
Hello. First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators – taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.
About the role
- Business partner with operational, engineering and commercial managers
- Attend and build relationships with site/depot/divisional teams, actively participate in management meetings and any other meetings as requested by company management team/financial controllers.
- Lead and coach the regional assistant management accountant
- Ensure the timely delivery of the period end process – responsibilities will mainly involve commentary and variance analysis toward the back end of the period end process
- Costing support as required, either for internal business cases, bids & tenders or external purposes
- Analysis of the management accounts and variances to budget/forecast and prior year, with supporting commentary to ensure managers understand drivers of performance. Use this information to highlight key risks and problems, and suggest profit improvements
- Support the financial controller with budgeting and forecasting as required
- Work with the data & analytics team and central commercial teams to ensure consistent data use and understanding of commercial business performance
- Responsible for reviewing the accuracy of all financial and non-financial records, working with the financial accountant and assistant management accountant to identify errors or inconsistencies
About you
- Computer literate – advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Power BI and SAP experience preferred but not essential.
- CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified – QBE considered
- Commitment to work to deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work well within the team, lead and coach direct reports
- High degree of attention to detail
- Ability to learn and take responsibility of tasks quickly
Rewards & Benefits
- First Xclusives discount scheme: You and your family & friends can benefit from over 3,000 offers on high street & leisure brands
- Free travel on our buses for you and your family
- £6 all-day train travel for you and your family
- Cycle to work scheme
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
- Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
- Flexible working
We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.
Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.