Business Unit Accountant
*No Agencies Please
Videndum plc is an international group principally serving customers in the "image capture and content creation" market. Videndum plc has three divisions: Media Solutions, Production Solutions and Creative Solutions. Videndum's Production Solutions Division designs, manufactures and distributes technically advanced products which give broadcasters, film studios, video production companies and independent content creators total confidence in the production equipment they depend upon to capture and share world class footage.
Our people are key to Videndum plc’s future, and they are our number one priority. They make the difference not only by what they do, but by how they do it.
Role Summary:
This position is within the finance team of a UK-listed company. The candidate will work at the divisional head office supporting the UK, Germany, and Singapore in a varied and challenging role. This role offers opportunities for development and collaboration with colleagues in many countries. A keen interest in process improvement is essential.
Work Location: Hybrid – Minimum 3 days a week in the office at Bury St. Edmunds.
Main Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Month end tasks including preparation of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Submit monthly, half yearly and annual reporting to Group head office.
- Liaise with UK and overseas colleagues for intercompany reporting and reconciliations, including recharges.
- Manage Fixed and Leased Assets accounting and processes.
- Preparation of detailed forecasts and budgets.
- Support Credit Control Manager in preparing accurate cash forecasts on a weekly basis and management of foreign currency balances across the division.
- Management of company Corporate Credit Cards
- Ensure strict adherence to internal controls.
- Provide analysis as requested to support Group tax team
- Support team with submission of VAT, Intrastat and EC sales (3 registrations)
- Liaising with external auditors
- Produce KPIs for various parts of finance.
- Any other ad hoc tasks as required
Our Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
- 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays
- Flexible Working Hours
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits
- Employees Sharesave Scheme
- Volunteering Opportunities
- Fund Raising Events with our ESG programme - Action4Good
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance
- Free On-Site Parking and EV Charging
- And lots more! Visit our VPS Careers for more information.
Our goal is to create a gender and culturally diverse workforce as we believe this is critical to our success. We are committed to attracting, developing, growing and retaining a diverse workforce. Talk to us about your flexible working aspirations - we're open to flexible hours to fit around family commitments.
Knowledge and Skills:
Essential:
- Support and embrace Continuous Improvement culture
- Ability to use own initiative to address problems and present solutions
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- An understanding of own limitations with regards to safety of self and others
Desirable:
- Manufacturing and engineering business experience
- Experience of VAT accounting
Education and Qualifications:
Essential:
- Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent
- Microsoft Office; in particular advance Excel skills
Desirable:
- Experience of IFS Enterprise Resource Planning (IFS10) system or similar
- Sharepoint and Microsoft Teams
- Spanish, German, French or Mandarin language skills
Videndum Mindset:
Our commitment is founded on a set of core values that form the Videndum Mindset:
- Exceptional Product Performance
- Customer Focus
- Leading a Fast Changing Market
- Global Capability
- Transparency, Integrity and Respect
- Environmental Consciousness
Health and Safety is at the forefront of everything we do at Videndum Production Solutions:
All employees are expected to take care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions in accordance with the Company health and safety policy by using correct tools, processes and Personal protective equipment and not perform any function unless appropriately trained and authorised.
Our approach to diversity follows a strict policy of sourcing the best person for the role irrespective of race, gender, age, religion, sexual preference, or disability. Our Code of Conduct sets out an express prohibition on discrimination of any kind.
* Notice to recruitment agencies:
We appreciate your interest in assisting us in our search. Videndum engages outside agencies only under specific circumstances. If you are interested in working with us on a particular position, you may contact us via email at vpscareers@videndum.com. We ask that you do not contact management or hiring managers directly.
- Department
- Finance
- Locations
- Bury St. Edmunds, UK
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Videndum
Our brands are leaders in defensible niche markets in terms of premium products, technology innovation and/or market share.
Our products typically attached to, or support, a camera - primarily for broadcast, cinematic, video, photographic and smartphone applications. Our products serve a wide range of end users and are offered as a cohesive package.
Business Unit Accountant
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