Trainee Accountant – FMCG (Food Production)
Lanarkshire | Full-Time | Permanent
Lusona is supporting a well-established Lanarkshire-based organisation within the FMCG food production sector to recruit a Trainee Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance graduate or early-career candidate to gain hands-on experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Opportunity
Working as part of a small and supportive finance team, you will gain valuable exposure across financial accounting, cost accounting and manufacturing processes. This role offers a strong foundation for a long-term career in accountancy, with practical experience in a dynamic and high-volume production setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day financial transactions and accounting records
- Process purchase invoices, supplier payments and customer receipts
- Support bank reconciliations and cash management
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Help prepare management accounts and financial reports
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities
- Assist with cost analysis including materials, labour and overheads
- Support inventory management, stock reconciliations and stock counts
- Reconcile supplier and customer accounts
- Assist with VAT, audit support and compliance processes
- Work collaboratively with production, procurement and sales teams
About You
- HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Good understanding of basic accounting principles
- Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills
- Highly organised with the ability to meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach
- Eagerness to learn and develop within a finance career
Desirable:
- Exposure to accounting systems or ERP software
- Interest or understanding of manufacturing / cost accounting
Why Apply?
- Gain hands-on experience in a growing FMCG food production environment
- Broad exposure across finance including costing and manufacturing accounting
- Supportive team with excellent development opportunities
- Ideal role for someone looking to build a long-term career in accountancy
Next Steps
If you are looking to take the next step in your finance career within a well-established and fast-paced organisation, please get in touch with Lusona for further details or to apply.