Finance Graduate - Asset Management; FTC

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Graduate to join our Nutricia Liverpool Supply Point. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial performance and operational efficiency of a site with assets valued at approximately £75 million. Your primary mission will be to lead the digitalisation of the asset tagging process, ensuring full compliance and accuracy in asset management.

You will also contribute to broader finance transformation initiatives, including digitalising management reporting and developing tools to track key business drivers.

Key accountabilities, deliverables & KPIs, impact on business results

• Deliver a fully operational asset tagging process, including:
  • Maintenance of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
  • Development of digital tool to support the process
  • Cleansing and reconciling the fixed asset register
  • Physical tagging and verification of all site assets
• Support finance transformation projects:
  • Assist in digitalising management reporting
  • Contribute to the development of business driver tools
  • Provide support during annual budget cycles
• Contribute to month-end processes, including:
  • Preparation of management accounts
  • Variance analysis
  • Working capital and balance sheet reporting

Stakeholders

You will work closely with:

• Internal:
  Finance team, Engineering team, Department Heads, Internal Control team, Site Management
• External:
  Potential collaboration with external auditors or consultants during compliance checks.

Starting salary: £26,227.50 per annum + comprehensive Danone UK benefits package.

Working arrangements: You will work 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday, based on-site at our Liverpool location, 100 Wavertree Boulevard, L7 9PT
.

Candidate profile (leadership & functional competencies)

• Self-motivated and determined with a proactive mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet tight deadlines
• Adaptable communication style for different stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power Point
• Demonstrates a strong interest in developing a career in Finance

Essential qualifications & experience required

• Graduate-level education in Finance or Accounting
• Exposure to project work or internships in a finance or operations environment is advantageous
• Experience working with data, reporting tools, or digital platforms is a plus

What will you gain?

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact project from end to end
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and real business challenges
• Hands-on experience in both operational and strategic finance
• Supportive team environment with a focus on learning and development

What does future career progression look like?

This role offers a strong foundation for a career in Finance. Potential next steps include:

• Junior Business Controller roles within Liverpool
• Finance Analyst roles within the business
• Progression into Management Accounting or Financial Planning & Analysis
• Opportunities to join Danone’s graduate or early careers development programs