Fixed Asset Accountant

1 month ago

Frome, United Kingdom Shepherd Neame Full time
Are you analytical and detail-orientated? Do you thrive in resolving anomalies and seeking to improve processes for efficient working?

We have an exciting opportunity for a diligent and meticulous financial professional to be the bookkeeper of Shepherd Neame’s fixed asset activity.

The role of a Fixed Asset Accountant is a great opportunity for someone who has a passion for homing in on a singular function of Finance and will dive into our asset requests and disposals to govern our accurate asset register. As a key member of our central finance team, you will work closely with our wider Commercial Finance department as well as cross-functional interaction with our Property Teams who hold the keys to most of our moving assets. As well as day-to-day management, you will be pivotal in providing analytical reports, balance sheets and estates expenditure budgets for senior internal stakeholders.

What's in it for you?
Competitive salary Company laptop and mobile phone (and any other specialist equipment) to assist with the proper performance of your duties 25% discount on food at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham Sheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100s of high street shops and services to help your monthly pay go even further Financial wellbeing app and early wage withdrawal scheme Generous Company Pension Plan Share Incentive Plan Access to a Mental well-being platform 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch (unpaid).

Duties &

Responsibilities:

Efficiently execute asset requests daily Produce monthly settlements of our completed tangible fixed-asset projects Assist with the recharging of project costs where required Process asset disposals as required Rectify any impairments of fixed assets as required Reconcile the fixed asset register to the general ledger on a monthly basis Report on fixed asset additions, disposals and depreciation on a monthly basis for the board Assist with analysis of fixed asset additions and disposals for corporation tax purposes Prepare capital expenditure, disposal and depreciation budgets Settlements of functional locations, events and customers monthly Formulate estates expenditure budgets Report on performance versus estates expenditure budget as required Assist with year-end tasks relating to fixed assets including preparation of the Fixed Assets note Maintain an up-to-date schedule of assets held for sale Liaise with the Property Teams and facilitating a strong communication channel with relevant internal stakehodlers Ad hoc assistance for the Financial Reporting Manager and Financial Controller

The Ideal Candidate:
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervisionDemonstratable experience in a financial role; fixed asset, accountancy or similar Qualified or working towards AAT Level 4 or other equivalent and relevant credentials Strong IT literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant systems Demonstratable experience or SAP is desirable but not essential Experience in retail, manufacturing, or hospitality industries is preferred but not essential Proactive, organised, and meticulous with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with all stakeholders confidently and effectively Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively to deliver within time parameters Effective delivery within a team and individually, with the ability to adapt to changing needs

Shepherd Neame may be Britain’s oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:
Working Together Pride and Passion Authenticity Sheps Spirit

Who are we?
Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

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