Assistant Controller

Ready to Join the Backstage Crew? At Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes — from moving boxes to moving data, from pack & ship to IT and HR. But we’re not just logistics experts. We’re The Backstage Crew — a tight-knit team of 6,500+ people who make fashion and lifestyle brands shine by doing the work that matters most, out of the spotlight but never out of impact. Whether you're on the warehouse floor or behind a screen, you’ll find: Strong connections with colleagues who support and celebrate you. Fast growth in a company that’s expanding across Europe, the US, and Asia. High energy in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Guided freedom to take initiative, solve problems your way, and grow your career. We believe in entrepreneurship, expertise, excellence, and engagement — and we live these values every day. From repairing returned goods to reducing waste, we help brands extend product lifecycles with sustainability in mind. So if you’re ready to roll out the red carpet for our clients — and for each other — we’ve got a spot for you. Behind the scenes is where the real excitement begins. Ready to join us? This is a full-time, 6-month fixed-term position, working Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00, offering a salary of up to £52,000.00 depending on skills and experience. The role is hybrid, with three days in the office and two days working from home each week. Tasks & Responsibilities Responsible for supporting the controlling and accounting function by delivering accurate and timely financial data, assisting in reporting activities, and analysing performance indicators to support effective budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making. Support the preparation of financial reports, including monthly performance reporting and KPI tracking Assist with budgeting and forecasting by gathering, validating, and structuring financial data Perform variance analysis, identifying key deviations and supporting explanations Prepare data for management reporting and contribute to financial performance analysis Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across systems and reports Support senior controllers and accounting teams with analysis and reporting activities Maintain financial datasets and reporting tools, ensuring data integrity Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes and data quality Profile Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field 1–4 years of relevant experience in finance, controlling, or accounting Good understanding of financial reporting and controlling principles Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with financial data Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with reporting tools High attention to detail and a structured approach to work Ability to work with guidance and progressively increase autonomy Strong communication skills for effective internal collaboration What do we offer? Our Backstage Crew is at the heart of everything we do, driving success for our clients, our brands and each other. That's why we offer a range of benefits including: 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays, with additional annual leave awarded after 5 and 10 years' service Enhanced pension contributions Life assurance Medicash healthcare plan Retail and lifestyle discounts through our Benefits Platform Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Occupational Health and Wellbeing Hub Social events throughout the year Exclusive client discounts Please note: Bleckmann UK does not currently hold a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence and is unable to provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship. Additional information: We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization where we are committed to employee development and recognizing the successes of our teams. We are proud of our accreditations including Healthy Workplaces Leicestershire and we are Disability Confident Committed as part of the Disability Confident Scheme and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. If you wish to know more about the role or discuss accommodations within the recruitment and selection process, please contact: Greta.Smirnovaite@bleckmann.com At Bleckmann, we are guided by our values: We take a parachute and jump (Entrepreneurship), we unpack our knowledge (Expertise), we raise the bar with every box (Excellence), and we spark energy that connects (Engagement).