Commercial Accountant - Reed : Job Details

REED Finance are actively recruiting for a Commercial Accountant to provide Accounting and analytical support for the Finance & Admin Director. Working within an established Logistics / Manufacturing Business you should have sector specific experience and knowledge of stock accounting: 

Commercial Accounting 

Salisbury (Early finish on Fridays at 1pm once every 2 weeks)  - Full Time (Office based) 

Salary - £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (Flexibility on salary) 

Duties: 

Purchasing Activities

• Provide financial insight and analysis to support UK and international purchasing decisions, including supplier cost comparisons and evaluations.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing team to assess supplier proposals and pricing strategies.
• Monitor and analyse variances in material costs, purchase price variances (PPV), and margin impacts linked to purchasing activity.
• Responsible for the accounting of the parts, including inventory, work in progress, revenues, and costs.

• Manage spares reporting to comply with Authority monthly/quarterly processes.
• Partner with logistics and purchasing functions to track and manage cost elements including shipping, customs, and FX exposure.
• Help Maintain and review supplier master data related to pricing, lead times, and delivery performance for reporting accuracy.
• Ensure alignment of procurement activity with budgeted cost targets and support forecast updates based on purchasing trends.
• Ensure strict adherence to key financial controls and procedures.

General Activity

• Arrange and participate in meetings, conferences, and team activities.
• Undertake all training deemed necessary for the proper performance of the role.
• Maintaining and improving Business Processes and Systems.
• To provide absence cover for other team members when required.
• Provide general support to the Finance & Admin Director as required.
• Participate in the year-end audit process as required.
• Train cover for time off to ensure scorecards are always up to date.
• Conduct Vehicle Safety checks when undertaking business journeys in accordance with COP’s.
• Undertake any reasonable task required of you.
• Produce and maintain the Purchase Orders and REAUTH processes.
• Daily Stock transfers
• Arrange transportation of spare parts & equipment (inc DFC process)
• Invoice queries and resolution
• Maintain FIMDOC – REAUTH and associated open reports