Finance Analyst

Job Description

Job title: Finance Analyst

Company: Ocado

Job description: Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

Why Ocado?
We’ve got you covered! Embark on a journey of well-being and fulfilment at Ocado Logistics! We place your well-being at the forefront and offer an array of perks to support your holistic development. Experience a healthy work-life balance and take comfort in our comprehensive healthcare coverage. Moreover, we understand the significance of financial security in fostering a sense of stability and peace of mind. Enjoy competitive salaries and exclusive employee discounts, all aimed at promoting your overall well-being. Join Ocado Logistics today and thrive in a culture that truly values and supports your well-being at every step of your journey.

About us:
Ocado Logistics is the beating heart of our UK business, comprising a network of cutting-edge warehouses, spokes, and offices across the country. Our customer-centric approach is fueled by a passionate team dedicated to delivering an exceptional shopping experience. With a focus on our people, we drive business results and maximise the value of our employees. At Ocado

Logistics, we prioritise meeting the needs and fostering the spirit of our workforce.

About the role:
Join the dynamic and rapidly expanding Ocado Logistics division within the Ocado Group as a high-profile Finance Analyst. This pivotal role involves supporting one of our external retailers, encompassing Financial Planning, Data Analysis, Capex Project Accounting, and strategic Business Partnering with the retailer’s finance team.

You will:

• Act as a key point of contact between the Accounting team and the retailer during the annual budget and forecast process.
• Prepare financial information for the retailer, including submissions, journals, cost allocations, and management information.
• Act as Business Partner with the retailer’s finance team, providing clear and insightful commentary on performance metrics.
• Develop financial models and conduct analysis to drive operational and commercial decision-making.
• Build effective relationships with key stakeholders, collaborating with Accounting to deliver strong business results.
• Support and review capital spend approval requests, ensuring robust controls and processes.
• Apply financial standards, compliance processes, and controls to business areas.
• Identify and implement improvements to business processes and financial controls, increasing efficiency and ensuring accurate cost recording.
• Support the delivery of business change initiatives.

About you:
Essential Skills and Experience:

• Qualified CIMA / ACA / ACCA accountant.
• Minimum 2:2 degree and a strong academic record.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to prioritise and adapt to the changing nature of Ocado in a timely manner.

Not Essential but Advantageous:

• Experience in reporting period management accounts, analysis, and commentary.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience in strong business partnering within a matrix structure.
• Experience in business partnering with external customers/stakeholders.
• System skills, including mainstream accounting packages (e.g., Oracle, Hyperion).

Business Competencies:

• Resilient with a proactive and initiative-driven approach
• Effective communication with diverse stakeholders (verbal, non-verbal, and written).
• Persuasion and influencing skills.
• Self-motivated with an approachable and flexible demeanour
• Strong team player with drive and energy
• Business and commercial acumen, understanding Business KPIs and finance budgets
• Excellent planning and organising skills with meticulous attention to detail.

What we offer you:
An award winning recognition scheme: We celebrate our people and appreciate the incredible work they do each day. We genuinely care about your well-being, and that’s why we have curated a comprehensive range of employee benefits just for you. We continuously review and update our offerings to ensure that we provide the right support to our valued employees. Here’s a glimpse of the wealth of benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom of our 30 days ‘working from anywhere in the world’ policy, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Wellbeing Support: Take advantage of our dedicated apps and Employee Assistance Programme, providing you with the necessary resources and support to enhance your overall well-being.
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days of annual leave and watch it grow to 27 days after 5 years of service. Additionally, you have the option to purchase additional holiday time to suit your needs.
• Pension Scheme: Plan for a secure future with our Ocado pension scheme, including an option with employer contribution matching of up to 7%.
• Private Medical Insurance: Rest easy knowing that your health is safeguarded with our comprehensive private medical coverage.
• Family-Friendly Policies: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer 22 weeks of paid maternity leave, adoption leave, shared parental leave and 6 weeks of paid paternity leave once relevant service requirements are met.
• Financial Support: Benefit from our interest-free Train Ticket Loan and participate in our Cycle to Work Scheme, making your commute easier and more affordable.
• Convenient Shuttle Services: Enjoy the convenience of our free shuttle bus services, connecting Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City train stations to our respective offices.
• Sharesave and Buy as You Earn Schemes: Take part in our exciting share schemes, allowing you to share in our success and contribute to your financial future.
• Shopping Discounts: Enjoy a 15% discount on

, making your shopping experience even more delightful. Plus, all employees receive mid-week free delivery as a special perk. Our discounts platform also offers a brilliant range of savings at popular retailers and restaurants as well as days out. * Financial Protection: We offer Income Protection, providing coverage of up to 50% of your salary for 3 years, and Life Assurance, ensuring financial security with coverage of 3 times your annual salary.

At Ocado Logistics, we prioritise your well-being and strive to create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us and unlock the full potential of our exceptional employee benefits. Find out about our employee funded benefit options, using Benefits+ to add bespoke benefits including Dental Insurance, Travel Insurance and much more.

We’re in it together, we are proud of what we do, we can be even better.

Expected salary:

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire

Job date: Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:32:22 GMT

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