Danone is a major FMCG company in the UK, with market leading brands across three divisions: Waters (Evian, Volvic), Dairies (Actimel, Activia, Shape), Early Life Nutrition (Aptamil, Cow & Gate) and Specialized Nutrition (Neocate, Fortisip). Danoners are steering us to a more sustainable future, helping to make the world healthier. As a certified B-Corp, we have our Danone Impact Journey to 2025. This will only be possible with each and every one of our leaders. Do you want to be one of them? 

The Specialized Nutrition category, offer nutritional solutions with the shared goal of improving the health and well-being of vulnerable individuals. This ambition stretches from the first day of pregnancy into old age, with similar activities in terms of innovation and scientific research. Specialized Nutrition focuses on allergies, from prevention to treatment, with Specialized Nutrition working hand-in-hand to foster synergies and strengthen Danone's leading position in this sector.

The Nutricia brand is a key asset, thanks to a medical legacy of more than 120 years and a recognition of health leaders around the world. Nutricia is Europe’s largest specialist nutrition company and the market leader in the UK. We specialise in the delivery of medical nutrition for the very young, the old and the sick, supplying high quality feeds to patients and consumers. Our purpose is to pioneer nutritional discoveries that help people live longer, healthier lives. When it comes to finding a great place to work there are plenty of things to look for: inspirational colleagues, freedom in your job to make a real difference, and a shared ethos you can truly believe in

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity at our Liverpool Supply Point in the role of Junior Business Controller (JBC)  to join our Finance team. 

This role is essential to support the Senior Business Controller with managing the accounting for materials within the business, whilst as acting as business partner to the organisation providing support and analysis to both Finance and non-Finance managers. The JBC will be autonomous in their working pattern and Initiate continuous improvement processes within and outside the accounting function.

Key accountabilities, deliverables & KPIs, impact on business results

 Support the business during the planning cycle (Budget, Rolling Forecast, Period end Close, Strategic Analysis and Cost Prices) in relation to material costs such as:

• Complete thorough analysis of Price variances, material losses, production volumes and write off costs.
• Pro-actively review and analyse operating performance versus plan (Actual vs Forecast(s)).
• Identification of risks and opportunities with ability to effectively communicate them to the Senior Business Controller and work on necessary action plans.
• Key support to forecasting and analysing material costs.
• Manage material cost journals and accruals based on knowledge of the business.
• Production of Monthly Management Reports for material costs.
• Calculation of cost prices of finished goods and the transfer prices.
• Support in costings for trials and new product business cases.
• Supporting preparation of financial analyses for investment decisions, makes scenario calculations and contributes to site master plan.
• Networking (PLT (Board of Directors), Divisional Controlling, Central Business Services Finance, Sourcing
• Represent and replace the Finance Manager during absence.
• Mentor & support with team apprentice.

Critical experience required:

• Degree preferred. New to an institution or part qualified accountant, studying CIMA or equivalent
• Expert MS Excel skills
• Excellent data management skills, with the ability to handle, manipulate and merge large, complex data sets 
• Excellent communication skills
• Confidence to share ideas
• A collaborative, team working approach
• Problem solving skills
• A continuous improvement mind-set to question and improve current working practices
•  Attention to detail and able to provide accurate analysis
•  Excellent time management, organisation and planning skills
• Self-motivated, able to demonstrate commitment and ownership of personal and professional development.

   

   

   

   

  What does future career progression look like?

   

  Opportunity to move and progress over time to a Business Partner within the Finance Team, partnering business functions to control costs and improve performance areas. Ensuring an inclusive working culture that is accessible to all is important to us. We therefore support flexible ways of working wherever possible. Please let us know in your application if and how you would like to explore flexible working for this position.

At heart is conviction that peoples’ health, and the health of the planet, are intrinsically connected. We talk about One Planet. One Health; that is our frame of action. To deliver this vision, we put our focus on delivering health through food and drinks to as many people as possible.

We offer a competitive package including a double matched pension, annual bonus, private healthcare, life assurance and product vouchers. You will also be entitled to opt into a range of flexible benefits which you can pick to suit your lifestyle. These include discounted gym membership, childcare vouchers, dental cover, optical insurance, travel insurance, holiday buy & sell and much more!

We have a range of flexible benefits and excellent rewards, click here to find out more: https://careers.danone.com/uki/en/Why-Danone/our-learning---rewards.html

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA, representing our core values and beliefs. We embrace diversity as a driving force for positive change, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued.

Look at the website www.danone.com to learn more about our 4 promises that help every Danoner carry out our vision in their own unique way

What next?

If you think this role might be of interest, click the link to apply. The closing date for applications Wednesday 24th July 2024 you will therefore hear about your application after this date.

You can find further details about us, and other potential roles at www.danone.com