Placement - Finance 53834

OUR COMPANY

Bridgestone is a truly global company with over 130000 people worldwide and have grown to become the global market leader in our sector.

Our growth is based on a combination of the quality and passion of our people and our technological leadership. Its a unique combination that we do not take for granted!

Our people are excited by the fact that they are part of an organization that is at the forefront of our industry and which is a multicultural team. Offer personal and professional growth and take pride in making a real contribution to road safety and our wholehearted commitment to the environment and conservation is in our DNA.

The diversity of our operations and our commitment to serve society through superior quality means that we are able to offer unparalleled career opportunities through international assignments job rotations and other learning opportunities.

Whether you are passionate about developing an international career or looking to specialize in a chosen field we believe that Bridgestone may well be your answer. As you reach for the future Bridgestone will remain by your side!

PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY

In line with the Bridgestone Essence our work environment is based on integrity and teamwork where everyone can learn from each other and contribute with their own ideas in achieving the coming goals.

We want to hear from people who can take the challenge unleash their creative potential and contribute to the company success by demonstrating ownership courage and agility. We want you to develop your skills expand your knowledge and be proud of your work.

We are looking for aJunior Finance Analyst (Undergraduate Placement)reporting directly to Finance Business Partner Consumer Commercial. This is a regional role based in Warwick. This role will provide an excellent opportunity to grow your business skills by working in a dynamic Finance team within a global organisation.

Please note we can only accept applications from undergraduates who are looking for a Sandwich Year Placement.

Responsibilities:

This role is designed to support multifunctional departments within Finance providing exposure across the finance team. Examples of responsibilities:

Credit Control:

Help to perform regular Accounts Receivable activities i.e. invoicing statements direct debit processing order release accounts on stop etc.

Assessment of new customer applications and initiate account set up

Proactive cash collection contacting customers primarily by telephone and email

Ensure customer account reconciliations are completed and accurate Sales Admin

Sales Admin:

Regular Reconciliation of the balance sheet accounts relating to rebate accruals. Highlighting possible shortfalls/over accruals to senior management.

Management of the companys rebate accruals and payments in SAP ensuring compliance with policy process and authority schedule.

Support the query controller in the resolution of Price Queries ensuring corrective and preventive actions are taken.

Financial Control:

Support Quarterly and BiAnnual testing of JSOX controls

Provide necessary information and analysis required by external auditors to enable timely completion for consolidation and external reporting

Work with the Financial Controller and Senior Financial Accountant in supporting in the creation of the annual budget and quarterly financial forecast. Assist with completion of monthly rolling forecast

Business Partnering:

Assist in the creation of business cases to support the Business Operation function

Other ad Hoc reporting to stakeholders in the business in a timely manner including Finance Operations and the Leadership team

Requirements:

Desired degree in Accounting/Finance or related subject

Numerical skills with a determination for accuracy;

Analytical skills to interrogate data and identify patterns and trends;

Ability to present in depth data findings to various audiences drawing out key information

IT skills experience with Microsoft 365 products primarily Excel PowerBI and PowerPoint and ability to learn new systems.

What are we looking for

Agility Quickly adapt to change and support others in the change process.

Courage to speak up Openly share ideas and opinions respectfully and constructively.

Ownership Care about delivering on commitments.

Creativity / Innovation Envision the future and proactively challenge yourself to identify and develop innovative solutions.

Integrity Produce positive outcomes by respecting a diversity of skills values experiences genders and races.

Collaboration Collaborate seamlessly with all stakeholders to achieve results and exceed expectations.

Grow mindset A great desire to learn and gain a real business experience.

Why should you apply

Because at Bridgestone we offer What Really Matters and we believe that who you are is what we need!

We want to empower you with unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact and shape your career. Bridgestone as a global company drives your career to the next level by offering you possibilities to experience a dynamic and challenging environment and work on different and innovative projects with leading technologies.

We are passionate about our people and want to offer the opportunity that could significantly impact your professional journey: a Future Professional Programme.

The Future Professional Programme is designed to empower individuals like you with unique insights valuable skills and exclusive networking opportunities. By becoming a part of this programme you gain access to a community of forwardthinkers and industry leaders setting the stage for accelerated personal and career growth.

We will help you to drive your career path onward and upward developing your professional selfawareness having access to our leadership team and participating in our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.