Job DescriptionAbout the roleTo provide analytical financial support to the Supply Chain & Operations in the Cramlington plant to ensure local finance and operational objectives are met and to support the Plant Controller in maintaining robust budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes to maintain cost control.Key ResponsibilitiesThis is a on-site position with hybrid work arrangement possibilityProvide analytical financial support and analysis for the Plant Productivity stream, drive loss reporting, investigate variances, and assist with inventory management and capital reporting.Support the completion of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process for Cramlington for MOE, losses, and S,G&A, as well as the delivery of quarterly forecasts.Complete month-end reporting processes, including accounting for losses and inventory adjustments, tracking savings, managing manpower reporting, and handling bonus accruals.Maintain strict financial controls, ensuring SOX compliance as the Process Owner for Inventory Controls while monitoring and reporting cycle count accuracy.Support the Plant Controller in identifying and implementing process improvements in operations finance, collaborating with the SSC/Accenture, and supporting key BI and continuous improvement initiatives.QualificationsRequired:Educated to degree level with a professional accountancy qualification (CIMA, ICAEW).1-3 years post-qualification experience in industry (preferably manufacturing) or a blue-chip accounting firm.Advanced user of Excel and Google Sheets with the ability to work in a fast-paced Finance environment within a multinational organisation.Skills you need to succeed:Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships across the plant.Dynamic, proactive, detail-conscious, and results-driven with a persuasive, assertive, and positive "can do" attitude.Additional InformationWhat we offerHere's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:Health & Financial Security: Enjoy Health and Life Insurance, a Cash Health Plan, Pension, and a Bonus.
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Benefits include a subsidized canteen, access to a discount site, free parking, free electric charging points, and free annual flu vaccinations and visual eye test vouchers.Time Off & Flexibility: Benefit from 25 vacation days, plus statutory
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