Assistant Accountant

Vacancy Number : req4772

Location : Hesslewood

Location Address :

European Finance Centre, Unit 3, Hesslewood Office, Ferriby Road

Hessle, East Yorkshire, HU13 0QF

United Kingdom

Closing Date : 12 / 03 / 2025

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join the European Finance team, based at our Hesslewood offices in East Yorkshire. This role represents the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking to gain invaluable experience within finance. The responsibilities of the role include balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, cost centre reporting as well as having a willingness to accept additional accounting duties. You will also ensure accurate central reporting by completing regular analysis where appropriate to reduce the risk of financial implications on the business.

Who We’re Looking For

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

• You will have knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations, cost centre reporting and intercompany reconciliations
• You must have a strong work ethic, be organised and able to work under pressure
• Good teamwork skills to work alongside other finance colleagues to help improve and streamline processes.
• Management / financial accounts experience
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Experience of dealing with multi-functional teams / colleagues
• Experience of ERP (SAP) systems is desirable
• Audit experience or exposure
• Ideally Part Qualified ACA / CIMA / ACCA and actively studying towards completing the qualification.

What You’ll Be Doing

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

What We Offer

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including :

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [email protected].

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.#J-18808-Ljbffr