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Huntingdonshire, Eastern, United Kingdom
MM Flowers
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Full Job Description
The British flower market is worth £1.2bn, and MM Flowers supplies fresh cut flowers and bouquets to the UK’s and Europe’s leading flower retailers. We grow and source the highest quality and most beautiful blooms across the world, delivering colour, passion, and inspiration through breathtaking bouquets.
Established in 2006, MM Flowers has grown exponentially every year and is based in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility in Alconbury, Huntingdon. MM Flowers employs over 1000 people dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service to our customers.
Our values and behaviors form the basis of our culture and guide how we work as individuals, in teams, and with our customers. They support processes such as team development, performance management, recruitment, talent identification, and ongoing coaching to help us achieve our growth ambitions.
Creating meaningful moments that do good for people and our planet.
We are currently looking for a Finance Assistant
The role is fully based on-site from Monday to Friday.
The Finance Assistant at MM Flowers will play a vital role in managing and monitoring the company’s day-to-day cash operations. This position supports the treasury and finance function by ensuring accurate and timely recording of cash transactions, performing bank reconciliations, assisting with cash flow forecasting, and maintaining strong controls over payments and receipts. The role is essential in helping to ensure liquidity, reduce risk, and support efficient financial decision-making in a fast-paced and growing business. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are key to success in this position.
Core Responsibilities:
* Daily cash management and bank reconciliations
* Weekly cash flow forecasts
* Daily banking including setting up ad-hoc payments
* Invoice finance management
* Asset finance management
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Experience in cash flow/banking and Sales or Purchase Ledger is essential. Familiarity with consumer goods/manufacturing is advantageous but not essential.
* An understanding of, or background in, SAP Business by Design or S/4 HANA would be beneficial.
* Continuous improvement mindset, process development, and automation experience.
* An enthusiastic approach to problem-solving, a can-do attitude, and strong communication skills with both finance and non-financial stakeholders.
* Strong Excel skills and a desire to support ongoing Finance Systems Transformation projects in 2025.
What’s the package? When you work at MM Flowers, you get more than just a salary.
* Holiday allowances are calculated on days worked, as detailed in your offer letter.
* Pension scheme – auto-enrollment after 3 months, with company contributions.
* Onsite parking – free parking available.
* Recommend a Friend Scheme – earn £250 when a referred friend completes 3 months successfully.
* Career progression – opportunities for internal growth and cross-functional moves.
* Modern, purpose-built state-of-the-art facility.
* Commitment to an ethical, fair working environment with a Whistleblowing Policy.
* Support through Occupational Health services.
* Annual employee feedback and corporate engagement initiatives.
* Grocery Aid support.
What are you waiting for? We would love to hear from you.
If this position doesn’t match your experience but you’re interested in MM Flowers, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your preferred roles.
MM Flowers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations are encouraged to apply.
We believe employing a diverse workforce enhances our potential. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and engaged, enabling full potential.
All recruitment activities are managed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not send resumes directly to employees or managers, as unsolicited resumes are not accepted and we are not responsible for fees associated.
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