About Star Refrigeration

Star Refrigeration is the UK’s largest independent industrial refrigeration engineering company, founded in 1970, working with customers from design to commissioning and maintenance, supported by a nationwide branch structure. The company is comprised of six business units and currently has around 400 employees throughout the group. We are an Investors in People Platinum accredited employer and recognise the important role our employees play in our success which is why they are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to support and encourage our employees to pursue their interests and provide development opportunities to ensure they have rewarding and fulfilling careers.

The Role

This temporary role has arisen to cover a maternity leave in our Glasgow based Finance team who work with colleagues around all areas of the Star Group companies. The successful candidate will report to the Group Finance Manager and be responsible for performing daily accounting tasks to support the Finance team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting in the delivery of effective & efficient financial support to the Finance department & wider Star Group.

• Provide input and analysis of monthly reporting documentation.

• Balance sheet reconciliations.

• Provide input into the wider areas of Treasury; Fixed Asset & Capital Control; Day to Day Financial System support and other Ad Hoc Financial related monitoring.

• Liaise with other Finance department members to assist in the support of Credit Control; Accounts Payable and Payroll teams.

• Assist in monitoring and control of WIP Management.

• Other tasks and duties as defined by the Group Finance Manager.

The Candidate

It is expected that the successful candidate will have a proven experience in a similar role with exposure to various aspects of accounts support.  Experience in a related industry is advantageous.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate robust management accounts experience and strong communication skills along with ability to work to deadlines under pressure.  They must also have the ability to work as part of a team as they will be working closely with a number of internal departments.

Skills / Qualification requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role;

• Have a proactive and positive approach to work;

• Strong financial understanding and business acumen;

• Highly motivated, ambitious and commercially minded;

• Ability to adapt to change in highly competitive fast paced environment;

• Understanding of team dynamics, demonstrating the ability to work as an active and constructive member of a team with a professional enthusiastic attitude;

• Excellent time management and communication skills;

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office packages;

• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

An excellent remuneration package is available including:

Annual leave: 35 days inclusive of bank holidays

Pension: 8% non-contributory pension with option to make additional voluntary contributions with company top up based on the level of AVC’s

Twice yearly salary reviews with reference to RPI

Professional Development: biannual reviews on development to encourage career growth

Private Medical insurance available after 6 months of employment with additional family option

Permanent Health Insurance: generous long term illness cover equal to 50% of salary with continuation of company pension contributions

Life Assurance: 6 x annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 phoneline offering practical support and access to counsellors

Star Share Ownership Plan: option to become a company shareholder through pre-tax saving scheme

Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing salary sacrifice schemes

Annual company profitability bonus

Employee Milestone bonus, including increased holiday entitlement

Application process

Respond to this advert with a current CV and cover letter.

A selection of candidates will be shortlisted for interview where a suitable time and date will be organised.

We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge every application.

First stage interviews may be carried out remotely, via video call prior to a face to face interview.

The successful candidate will be notified and a start date agreed.

Contact email

hr@star-ref.co.uk

Closing date

20th September 2024