Project Finance Controller Fixed Term Contract - Taw Valley

Project Finance Controller Fixed Term Contract - Taw Valley

Location:  Devon, GB

We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented finance professional to join our team as a Project Finance Controller in Taw Valley.

 Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to be a part of one of Arla UK's largest investment projects?

How will you make an impact?

As a Project Finance Controller, you will play a crucial role in managing and controlling financial aspects of our prominent investment project at our Taw Valley site.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Handle large amounts of data and transform them into understandable reports.
• Draw conclusions based on data aggregation.
• Deliver efficiently on standard financial tasks within tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Contribute to the development and production of BG/BU/Project reporting by compiling data material and creating reports.
• Compile and aggregate data into understandable reports and analyses.
• Document procedures internally in the reporting entity.
• Ensure adherence to policies, accounting guidelines, and data quality standards.
• Create and apply ROIC, IRR, NPV models to investment initiatives.
• Manage small ad hoc finance and accounting projects with few stakeholders.
• Compile data for forecasting and planning purposes.
• Run standard reports from ERP systems to support analytical results and decision-making.
• Prepare presentations for the senior finance team and senior management.
• Have a good understanding of financial analytical models and tools.
• Apply relevant tools to various financial disciplines.
• Possess a basic understanding of accounting principles and their practical application.

What will make you successful?

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Finance Controller with a proven track record in handling large amounts of data, creating reports, and drawing accurate conclusions. The successful candidate will possess a strong ability to efficiently deliver results within tight deadlines, while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Experience in financial reporting and analysis is essential, as well as proficiency in utilizing financial models such as ROIC, IRR, and NPV for investment evaluation. Familiarity with ERP systems and running standard reports is a must. Excellent presentation skills are required, as the candidate will be responsible for effectively communicating complex financial information. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with knowledge of financial analytical models and tools, are key attributes for success in this role. Additionally, a solid understanding of accounting principles and their practical application is required to excel in this position.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application stage)
• 26 days holiday & Bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• 4 x annual salary life assurance
• People agenda commitment to training and development (internal & external )
• Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• Most importantly - cheese hamper at Christmas
   

At Arla Foods, our "Lead, Sense, Create" values thrive on diversity and inclusion. We are a famer owned co-operative and are all about being open minded, curious and learning from each other. We know that diverse perspectives fuel innovation, which is why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds to join our team to help us lead the dairy industry into a more inclusive and sustainable future.

We're committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified candidates, irrespective of unique characteristics. Our ambition is to create a working environment where everyone is valued and feel that they belong.  Join us at Arla Foods, where your diverse perspectives will be valued and can make a meaningful impact.

Would you like to join us?

If you are excited to shape the future of dairy with us, please apply as soon as possible. Applications will close on 23rd February 2024 but applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. 

Please reach out to talent partner Oliver Hickson-Burr if you have any questions.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

We have a purpose for Good
At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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