Financial Accountant - Capital Spend & Fixed Assets

Sysco GB are now recruiting a Financial Accountant - Capital Spend & Fixed Assets to join the Controls Finance team on a full time, permanent basis in Ashford, Kent.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this is a key role that will be responsible for the financial accounting for over £350m worth of Capital Expenditure projects.  This role will be responsible for reviewing new capital requests submitted by the business, to ensure proper documentation and business cases have been attached, prior to taking them to the monthly Capital Committee.  This role will also act as Finance Business Partner for the project teams, within the Engineering and IT departments, working together to ensure adherence with approved budgets and timely capitalisation of project expenditure post completion.  This role will also be accountable for co-ordinating post completion reviews of key projects to ensure key benefits identified in the original business case have been delivered, on learnings taken.

Sysco GB has an exciting 5-year growth strategy plan involving some large-scale transformation programmes and projects, so this is a perfect role and business for someone who enjoys working with senior stakeholders whilst also looking to gain exposure and experience in a commercial finance setting.

This role is offering flexible hybrid working with 1 day per week based in our Ashford, Kent office for team collaboration and meetings, so you must be with in a commutable distance.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsibility for reviewing new capital expenditure requests, co-ordinating with project owners to ensure proper documentation and business cases are attached, prior to tabling at the monthly Capital Committee meetings
• Business Partnering the Engineering and IT project owners to ensure adherence with approved budgets, including resubmission to Capital Committee where additional funding is required
• Co-ordinating completion of capitalisation templates post project completion, ensuring this is done in a timely manner
• Responsible for Post Completion Reviews on key projects, ensuring review against original business case is completed
• External & Internal Audit support
• Annual Statutory Accounts and Corporation Tax support
• Ad hoc project support in a Transformational environment

About you:

You will ideally have experience working within a fast-paced finance environment, and be a qualified accountant (CIMA ACCA or ACA) with experience in a commercial setting.

We are looking for someone who holds strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly understand and interpret complex information. You will have strong communication skills with colleagues at all levels and be able to clearly explain financial matters to colleagues across the business. Excellent attention to detail is required as well as the ability to identify resolutions to issues that arise. Flexibility to travel to Ashford, Kent each week is essential.

What we offer:

• Car/ Travel Allowance: £5500 per annum
• Private Medical: Single Cover
• Early Access to Your Earnings: Use our dedicated Wage Stream app to access your earned salary whenever you need it, helping you manage your finances with ease and confidence.
• Flexible Time Off: Take advantage of the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing & Health Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential mental health support, 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy, flu vaccinations, eye tests and a wide range of health services for you and your family.
• Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan designed to help you plan long term.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind with life assurance coverage designed to protect you and your loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy access to Sysco Perks, where you’ll find discounts on everything from gym memberships to your weekly grocery shop.
• Special Sysco Product Discounts: Get the chance to purchase our food products at significantly reduced prices.
• Free Mortgage Advice: Navigate the property market with confidence thanks to complimentary expert mortgage guidance.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave: Our policies support you through important life moments, offering greater flexibility and care for you and your family.

Additional Information

At Sysco GB everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco GB and we recognise that Sysco GB can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.