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Lotus Natural Foods, the healthy snacking division of Lotus Bakeries and a portfolio of 5 brands: BEAR, TREK, nakd., Kiddylicious, and Peter’s Yard. We aim for sustainable growth, driven by taste and quality, with a strong presence in the UK and globally. We are looking for talented individuals to join us in our next chapter of growth.
You will report to the Finance Director, focusing on Peter’s Yard financials, processes, reporting, and cross-group projects. The main responsibilities include:
* Management, control, forecasting, and reporting of Peter’s Yard finances.
* Full P&L and Balance Sheet responsibility, with support from a GL Accountant.
* Month-end close activities, including accruals, prepayments, and reporting.
* Commercial, operational, and business performance reporting.
* Costing and yield analysis for bakery suppliers.
* Budgeting and forecasting with stakeholder input.
* Partnering with the Managing Director and leadership team to provide insights and challenge.
* Profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities.
* Audit coordination for Peter’s Yard.
Group Natural Foods UK responsibilities include:
* Creating tools for demand planning and financial analysis.
* Participating in SAP S/4HANA testing to ensure system fit.
* Supporting group projects to align tools and processes across businesses.
* Providing team support during holiday periods.
Qualifications and skills required:
* Fully qualified accountant.
* Bachelor’s degree in an analytical or finance-related field from a reputable university.
* Strong Excel skills, with experience in managing and analyzing data, and in modeling/forecasting.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to influence stakeholders.
* Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and recommend actions.
* Experience managing month-end closings and reporting.
* Project management experience from initiation to completion.
* Ability to build relationships with multiple stakeholders.
* Adaptability and willingness to support various tasks and projects.
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