Company Description
Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex).
Job Description
Job Specification: Assistant Management Accountant (Compliance)
Job Title: Assistant Management Accountant – Compliance
Department
Finance / Management Accounts
Reports To
Management Accountant / Finance Manager
Role Purpose
The Assistant Management Accountant (Compliance) supports the delivery of accurate financial information, ensures adherence to internal controls, and helps maintain compliance with statutory, audit, and corporate reporting requirements. The role involves assisting with month‑end processes, financial analysis, regulatory reporting, and ensuring best‑practice financial governance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End
- Assist in preparing monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, and prepayments.
- Support the completion of month‑end close activities to strict deadlines.
- Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and internal control frameworks.
- Maintain documentation for audit trails and support annual external and internal audits.
- Assist in monitoring compliance with company financial procedures and regulatory requirements (e.g., VAT, PAYE, CIS depending on industry).
Financial Controls & Process Improvement
- Support the development and review of internal financial controls.
- Identify areas of non‑compliance and propose corrective actions.
- Help implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and financial governance.
Reporting & Analysis
- Produce routine compliance and financial performance reports for management.
- Analyse cost trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Support ad‑hoc reporting to stakeholders and senior finance staff.
Documentation & Record-Keeping
- Maintain well‑organised financial records for compliance and audit readiness.
- Ensure all supporting documentation meets corporate and regulatory standards.
Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Understanding of financial accounting principles and management accounting processes.
- Strong reconciliation and numerical analysis skills.
- Proficient in Excel and financial systems.
Behavioural Competencies
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Integrity and commitment to compliance and financial governance.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with finance and non‑finance stakeholders.
- Proactive mindset with willingness to suggest improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Part‑qualified or studying towards AAT / CIMA / ACCA (or equivalent) preferred.
- Experience working in a finance or accounting environment desirable.
- Knowledge of compliance, audit preparation, or internal controls is beneficial but not essential.
Additional Information
- Hybrid
- May be required to support occasional audit or reporting deadlines outside standard hours.
- Opportunities for progression into Management Accountant or Compliance‑focused finance roles.
Job Requirements
You will enjoy working at Saica if you: Care: Are a team-player, support your colleagues and share your ideas It’s important that you want an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity Value: Have high standards, want to achieve good quality and great service Challenge: You are self-motivated to improve and achieve. You are open and transparent, tell it as it is. Specific skills or experience requirements will be shown in the job description.
