Accountant in Groes-wen, Caerphilly County Borough

Are you looking to level up your finance career in a global business? 

If the answer is “Yes”, then DS Smith are looking for someone like you to join as a Accountant, to help them deliver outstanding financial reporting across their UK operations. 

Working closely with teams across our Shared Service Centre, including P2P and Credit & Collections, you’ll help deliver a smarter, more efficient accounting service aligned with our Group policies. 

From preparing monthly management accounts to improving processes and supporting site leaders with insightful financial analysis – this is a hands-on, varied role where you’ll make an impact. 

Role - Accountant

Pay - £170 - £200 per day dependant on experience 

Location- DS Smith, Ty Gwyrdd, 11 Beddau Way, Caerphilly, CF83 2AX

Shift pattern- Mon-Fri, 40 hours per week, either 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm (hybrid Weds/Thurs remote)

Start date - asap 

Responsibilities:

• Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis and site-specific financial reports 

• Process journals, accruals, and adjustments (standard and non-standard) 

• Manage journal templates and ensure ledger accounts are reconciled in a timely manner 

• Support Group and Divisional reporting needs 

• Engage collaboratively with cross-functional finance teams to enhance, streamline and strengthen core accounting processes

• Play an active role in enhancing close efficiency through structured continuous improvement

• Provide ad hoc support to Senior Accountants and Head of Finance Support & Reporting 

Experience needed

• Qualifications are not essential if you have proven relevant experience 

• Experience in management or financial accounting and monthly reporting 

• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems 

• Confident using Excel to analyse and present data 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines 

• Independent, proactive and collaborative approach 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain finance to non-finance stakeholders 

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

• Paid holiday

• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

• Competitive rates of pay

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a team member will be in contact if you meet our requirements. 

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment and reference check.