Assistant Management Accountant

Role overview

This is a permanent full-time opportunity for an Assistant Management Accountant based at the Smethwick Head Office in West Midlands. The role is set at 37.5 hours per week, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30. The salary is approximately £29,500.

DPD UK is part of Geopost, a major global parcel delivery and e-commerce group. The business serves customers worldwide with delivery and innovation-led services, and it operates with a turnover of nearly £2 billion. Its ambition is to be the most sustainable delivery company in the UK while continuing to invest in strong service, technology, and people. The company is also recognised as a Valuable 500 business and a Disability Confident Employer.

What the role involves

The International Finance Manager is seeking a motivated Assistant Management Accountant to support the finance team with accounting, analysis, and administration relating to DPD UK International services. The position works closely with the International Operations Director, inter-company contacts across Geopost, and colleagues within Finance.

Key duties

• Prepare management information for International operations, including weekly and monthly accounts.
• Work with the International Operations Administration team so that costs are captured accurately and on time.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations in line with company policy.
• Carry out monthly reconciliations for import duty and VAT control accounts.
• Support the upkeep of the International cost structure within the management information systems.
• Help produce weekly performance reports for International Operations managers to support decision-making.
• Assist with the creation and review of presentation materials requested by International Finance Managers.
• Reconcile intercompany balances with group partners.
• Take on other reasonable duties as required.

Candidate profile

The successful applicant should have graduated with at least a 2:1 classification in any degree subject. A willingness to study for either ACCA or CIMA is essential; ACA is not available for this role.

Skills and attributes

To succeed in this position, you will need to present financial information clearly, manage competing priorities, and work calmly to deadlines. You should be comfortable building relationships across teams, solving problems proactively, and communicating effectively. Strong computer skills are also important, particularly with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. In addition, the role requires behaviour aligned to DPD’s values: Passion, Respect, Honesty, Flexibility, Hard Work, and Accountability.

Additional information

DPD aims to offer more than job security and a salary, with a range of employee benefits and development opportunities. The organisation also focuses on recognising talent and promoting from within as it grows.

• Holiday trading
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Free life assurance worth 4 times salary when joining the pension scheme
• Free on-site parking for all employees
• Health kiosks available at every location
• Retail discounts, including up to 5% off supermarket shopping
• Milestone days off to celebrate with family and friends
• Free eye tests and support toward the cost of glasses

Location and working pattern

Smethwick Head Office, Roebuck Lane, West Midlands, B66 1BY. Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30.

Employment terms

This is a permanent position with a 37.5-hour working week.