Accounts Assistant - Fixed Term Cover

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

This is Fixed Term cover for 15 months. The position reports to the Financial Controller and will involve working within a small Finance Team, working from specialised ledgers and accounting software to record and process purchases, expenditure, receipts, payroll, expenses and other financial transactions. Duties will be varied and will include general accounts, payroll administration, purchasing as well as routine office work. This involves tight deadlines and requires appreciation and commitment to workplace safety and health and safety improvement.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Monthly payroll processing for both Norwich sites
• Raising Purchase Orders
• New supplier set up
• Ancillary stocks
• Maintenance of key controls reporting (IGRFX)
• Statistical reporting (internal/external).
• Daily KPI reporting
• Daily goods receipt processing.
• Quality audits.
• Annual reporting (sustainability, tax pack, packaging waste).
• To attend training courses as necessary, to keep qualification\knowledge up to date
• Provide holiday and sickness cover within the accounts department as required
• To assist with adhoc duties as and when required by Financial Controller\Finance Director
• Your job title does not limit your duties, and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake any other duties within your capability.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.