Project Finance Executive (Manufacturing)
Manpower is currently seeking an interim Project Finance Executive (Manufacturing) to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast‑paced FMCG environment.
The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, easily accessible by train and car. This is a full‑time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday: four days on site, one day remote). Compensation is competitive, £45,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience.
Job Purpose
The role requires a diligent resource to support the PSL site transformation team with administrative and project management activities. It reports to the site controller with dotted line reporting to the site transformation lead to ensure seamless execution.
Responsibilities
* Support the transformation team in project execution, especially finance activities related to spend management, savings tracking, POs and payments.
* Work closely with site leadership to track transformation benefits into factory asset and cost base.
* Support reviews of capex, restructuring and savings vs business cases.
* Ensure close tracking and monitoring of project milestones and timelines.
* Support new processes and master‑data set up related to the transformation.
* Provide insightful delivery on ad‑hoc analytics/requests and value opportunity identification.
All About You
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in Accounting (ACCA, CIMA), Finance or related fields.
* 1–2 years of relevant work experience with strong leadership skills.
* Ability to develop strong personal and team relationships across a multitude of business stakeholders, proactive and initiative‑driven.
* Prior work experience in Supply Chain Finance strongly preferred; consumer product goods (CPG) preferred.
* ERP experience required; SAP preferred.
* Microsoft Office required; advanced Excel required.
* Business partnering experience with clear, focused, and sound financial assessment and guidance (strategic insights, risks, opportunities).
* Providing incisive and persuasive management performance reporting and analysis solutions across multiple organizational dimensions.
Port Sunlight Working Environment
* Staff shop discounted products.
* Free tea, coffee & ice cream.
* Working in a carefully restored listed building, in a modern and bright working environment.
* Free parking onsite.
* 5‑minute walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester.
* 20‑minute drive from Liverpool city centre / 30‑minute drive from Chester.
* Disabled parking.
* In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village.
* Site clubs available covering a range of topics including book club, running, choir, pool, genealogy and more.
* The site has three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
* Additional vending machines and cold‑water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day.
Seniority Level
* Entry level
Employment Type
* Temporary
Job Function
* Finance and Sales
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