About Us

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Financial Accountant to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday to Friday, 8:30-17:00. This is a hybrid role based at our Oakwood site with up to 4 days per week of remote work with 1 day on site. Initially, more days on site may be required.

The role is based at our Oakwood site Located at Sherwood Business Park, 1 Little Oak Dr, Nottingham NG15 0DS

The Benefits
- Salary of £27,000- £30,000
- 25 days’ holiday (in addition to the bank holidays) and an option of 5 days Volunteering Leave annually
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet, and Nutrition
- Onsite mental health First Aiders
- Employee benefits, i.e., Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
-Study support for anyone studying towards ACCA/CIMA

This is a rewarding opportunity for a strong finance professional to join our dedicated team.

The Role
-The ideal candidate will assist the Financial Accounts Team in ensuring that the company financial reporting adheres to statutory and accounting regulations, the Group and company accounting policies and relevant tax and VAT regulations.

-As an Assistant Financial accountant, you will be involved with producing financial reports in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with business needs and deadlines.

-Confident maintaining balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations and other key financial analysis and reports
-Have a hands-on approach with month end, group reporting and be able to take accountability for weekly responsibilities alongside completing any ad hoc duties as required

-Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns, corporate tax calculations and being proactive in recognising any current or future risks.
-Excellent stakeholder management skills working alongside the wider finance teams, insurance team, cashier team and AP/AR team
-Working Knowledge of current accounting standards (IFRS and UKGAAP) and basic financial legislative requirements affecting accurate production of financial management information

About You

To be considered as an Assistant Financial Accountant you will:

- Ideally have completed AAT level 4
- Have some experience working in a complex finance environment
- Be proficient in Excel and Microsoft applications
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational skills, analytical and attention to detail
- Technical knowledge of Tax or VAT would be an advantage
-Experience in Month end process


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.

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