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What if your next role actually made you excited for Mondays? At Siemens Mobility, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join our global community, where your growth and development are as important as our shared mission to innovate and transform the Rail industry.
We’re looking for a Management Accountant to deliver an effective financial and management accounting function including management, reporting and the continuous improvement of processes and controls within our Rolling Stock business unit.
Our Rolling Stock and Customer Service keeps trains running safely and reliably every day. The business delivers expert maintenance, technical support and digital solutions across the full lifecycle of rail fleets, helping customers maximise performance, availability and passenger satisfaction.
This role is based in Northampton, with a requirement to be in the office 2 days per week to collaborate closely with the team.
You‘ll make a difference by ….
- Monitoring, maintaining and reviewing of financial records
- Manages the financial analysis and research of the business issues in order to provide top management with financial data and business advice
- Manages the development of major expense projections on the basis of prior budgets and expenditures as well as future business requirements
- Performs accounting activities such as account reconciliation and preparation of journal entries
- Prepares and maintains ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and fiscal reports
- Reporting of RS and CS month end Financial results for review and approval by Finance Director
- Production and development of management reports for Finance Director
- Responsible for the accounting, forecasting and reporting of support functions cost centres
- Providing finance partnering support to heads of department
- Providing support to Financial Controller for ad hoc tasks and special projects
- Providing support to project accountants on general project accounting SAP issues
- Ongoing improvement of financial processes and procedures in the context of the job and financial activities, including timesheet process.
- Involvement and support on aspects of financial controlling
- Review of balance sheet & income statement
- Review & analysis of costs pertaining to specific cost centres
- Participation and co-ordination of ICFR related activities
Your role profile may vary from time to time in accordance with business needs. Your annual objective setting with your line manager will outline any additional responsibilities required to meet business or individual development needs for the forthcoming financial year.
Your success will be grounded by …
- Suitable Accounting qualification – or progress towards one
- Demonstrate relevant accounting & financial experience
- Solid accounting skills with ability to demonstrate an understanding and interpretation of key financial statements
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with excellent Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-disciplined with strong time management ability
- Ability to demonstrate initiative with flexible and proactive approach to work
- Good working knowledge of SAP desirable
At Siemens, we believe that work should work for you. We go beyond standard benefits to create an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and valued both professionally and personally.
Wellbeing: Flexible working, 24/7 Mental health support, Subsidised gym memberships, Subsidised Bupa healthcare, Enhanced sick pay
Financial: Match and More pension, Life assurance, Perks at Work discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, Annual Bonus
Family: Day-one maternity and paternity rights, Shared parental leave, Extra holidays for length of service, Generous time off – including volunteering days and sabbaticals
Personal Growth: Access to online learning, Support for external training and development opportunities, Inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging, Active employee networks, Opportunities to grow your skills and career
Join Siemens where your wellbeing, growth, and future matter.
Transform The Everyday with us
We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us!
We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.
At Siemens, we promote a growth mindset, the self-belief that we can learn and grow, take on new challenges and adapt to change. If you don’t match all the criteria for this role but feel you have transferable skills to enable you to succeed, we encourage you to apply