Job title: BSC Accountant Reporting to: BSC Accounting Manager Purpose of the role The Heidelberg Materials (HM) International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides administrative, transactional and accounting services to in-scope HM companies. The Accounting team will provide accounting services to client countries, including assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, completing balance sheet reconciliations and risk analysis. Key accountabilities Accounting services Post journals and other uploads into ERP systems accurately and on a timeline basis. Prepare reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and identify risk. Assist with quarterly forecast and annual budget processes where appropriate. Identify and resolve issues arising using the application of accounting principles and sound judgement. Subject Matter Expertise Develop deep knowledge of relevant accounting standards and ERP systems. Investigate non-standard transactions and propose solutions. Provide thorough root cause analysis and outcomes for issues arising, Customer Service Foster trusted professional relationships with local country accountants Respond to accounting queries quickly, with meaningful and informative resolution. Financial & Non-Financial accountabilities All accounting processes for assigned area(s). Compliance The role holder is expected: To comply with all aspects of the Heidelberg Materials Compliance Policy. To ensure that all the business/operations are performed in accordance with instructions and procedures and in such a way so as to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place. To comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of the Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation. To proactively manage health & safety of employees to continuously improve the company's health & safety performance. To update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training/development courses as and when required. To comply will all aspects of the HR Policies and Procedures of the Company. Education/Qualification Fully Qualified ACCA,ACA or CIMA Accountant or part qualified and able to demonstrate the technical knowledge and experience of a qualified accountant. Other In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required. Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.