Contract: Full Time
Salary: 45,000-50,000
Contracted Hours: 40
Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first to market Sushi and Food to Go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.
Essential
* Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent experience.
* Strong analytical and Excel/financial modelling skills.
* Experience in management accounting, preferably within FMCG, food manufacturing, or supply chain finance.
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills – confident working with non-finance stakeholders.
* Proactive and inquisitive mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
Desirable
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Dynamics).
* Knowledge of Power BI or other data visualisation tools.
* Understanding of standard costing, BOMs, and manufacturing variance analysis.
* Experience working in a fast-paced or growing business environment.
The Supply Chain Finance Analyst will play a key role in supporting financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis within the Supply Chain and Operations functions. You’ll work closely with the Supply Chain, NPD and operational teams to provide insights that improve cost efficiency, optimise processes, and drive profitability.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced FMCG/manufacturing environment and is looking to develop into a future Finance Business Partner.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Supply Chain Finance Business Partner in providing accurate and timely financial analysis, reporting, and insights for the Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Procurement teams.
* Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.
* Partner with operational teams to track and understand cost drivers, waste, yield, and labour efficiency.
* Monitor and report on inventory levels, stock valuations, and obsolescence provisions.
* Maintain and improve financial models to enhance decision-making and operational visibility.
* Support investment appraisals, business cases, and cost-saving initiatives.
* Ensure compliance with internal controls and assist with audit requirements.
* Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial systems and data accuracy.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and study support package.
* Hybrid working (typically 3 days on site, 2 days remote).
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* A collaborative, inclusive, and fast-moving culture where your contribution is valued.
We're proud to offer:
* Opportunity to grow your career alongside with us with available apprentice program
* Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
* Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance
* Discretionary Life Assurance
* Discretionary Income Protection
* Private Medical Cash Plan
* Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
* 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
* Contribute towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives that delivers progress against 9 UN sustainability goals. We're committed to responsibly sourcing and all our seafood, therefore we only use source sustainable fish. All our packaging is recyclable and 80% of our packaging is already made from recycled plastic.
* Annual Awards ceremony celebrating our success and offering winning Managers free trips to Japan.
About us:
Come roll with us and be part of something big. Celebrate global success across:
* Over 1500 retail kiosks globally (YO!, Panku, Mai Taiko Snowfox & Bento)
* Our Taiko manufacturing and distribution centre
* 63 YO! restaurants
* 3700 locations globally From Hawaii to Aberdeen
Our Values
* Own it, Care About it, Make it Exceptional, Win Together
Ready to Roll?
Come roll with us and play a key role by bringing people together to celebrate better food for everyone the Japanese way...
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