About The Role
Join Our Dynamic Finance Team at IPL Normanton!
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Analyst - Finance Central to become a vital part of our Finance Team at our Fresh Produce packing facility in Normanton. If you are passionate about Finance and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you! Position Details:
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Location: IPL Normanton -Hybrid working (2 days per week from home)
• Contract Type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support and lead ad-hoc Controllership projects as they arise
2. Ensure compliance with the ASDA and IPL financial control framework, seek to identify risks and resolve issues promptly
3. Prepare journals to record month-end prepayments, accruals, provisions and payroll liabilities
4. As the main point of contact for any Asda cost recharges to the IPL group, you will ensure costs are recharged accurately and timely and take action to investigate any discrepancies
5. Working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders including the payroll team, commercial finance and Asda finance
6. Prepare Balance Sheet Reconciliations for your areas; ensuring balances are validated, supported and any reconciling items are resolved in a timely manner
7. Support the Treasury function by contributing to the monthly group cash forecasting process and provide key variance analysis and insight
8. Support the group to maximize returns on its cash balance and prepare monthly and weekly treasury payments using online banking platforms
What are we looking for?
9. Attention to detail
10. An inquisitive / challenging mind-set
11. Strong Microsoft Excel skills
12. Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines through prioritisation
13. Ability to deal with changing priorities and to adapt plans accordingly
14. Good communicator
15. Team player who can work well as part of a wider team
16. Integrity and a passion to do the right thing
The role would suit someone who has a background studying in finance with some experience of basic accounting principles. AAT/CIMA part qualified or relevant degree is desirable.
What's in it for you?
At IPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.
In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
🛒 15% Asda In-store Discount
🌴 Paid Annual Leave Allowance – varies depending on shift pattern
💼 Enhanced pension scheme
🛡️ Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary
🩺 Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support
🤝 Grocery Aid - We’ve partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services
🚗 Electric Vehicle Scheme*
📱 Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members
🩺 Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household
🐾 Asda Pet Insurance discount – Up to 10% Discount
🏠 Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee-free*, no-obligation mortgage and protection advice
💱 Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx)
🚴 Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
🧑⚕️ Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we're listening - Legal & General’s Care Concierge resource
Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.
Like what you’ve read? Then do your research, update your CV, and once you’re ready, hit the apply button. Don’t delay, apply today! 🚀
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