Technician, Accounting

Saputo; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technician, Accountant to join their team in Nuneaton. This role focuses on supporting financial operations within a high-quality dairy production environment. You'll be responsible for producing reconciliations, managing stock, and assisting with budgeting, all while working in a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. If you're passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a company that values growth and community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Access to Wellbeing App

Life Assurance

Discounted Products

Free Onsite Parking

Subsidised Staff Restaurant

25 Holidays + 8 Bank Holidays

Cultural Holiday Swaps

Exclusive Benefits Shop

Qualifications

• Studying or starting to study towards a financial qualification.
• Experience in a finance team with strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce weekly reconciliations and manage stock integrity.
• Assist with budget preparation and factory capacity analysis.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Finance Team Experience

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

AAT/CIMA/ACCA Qualification

Tools

AX Dynamics

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

We're looking for a Technician, Accountant (Assistant Management Accountant) to become part of our team in Nuneaton on a fixed term contract. If you're passionate about driving progress, enjoy hands-on problem-solving, and want to support a team dedicated to creating high-quality dairy products, we'd love to hear from you.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Producing accurate and timely weekly reconciliations for production through the new Prepack factory, ensuring the site operates within its budgetary constraints.
• Managing the integrity of stocks for the new Prepack factory, including Cheese WIP, Finished Goods produced and packaging, and being responsible to ensure all stock is transacted correctly through the system.
• Producing accurate and timely weekly factory wastage reports for operational analysis and to drive performance improvements.
• Assisting with factory capacity analysis and volume planning as required.
• Managing the PO process for areas of the Prepack factory, ensuring that all orders are raised and receipted on a timely basis to ensure that purchase invoices are processed correctly first time (Overheads / Engineering Spares Orders / Agency labour).
• Assisting the Management Accountant in preparing elements of Prepack budget and monthly forecasts.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…

• Studying or starting to study towards a financial professional qualification AAT/CIMA/ACCA.
• Experienced in working in a Finance Team.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel to advanced level (plus experience of AX Dynamics will be an advantage)
• Able to liaise with all levels of staff and management.
• Good with time management skills and a team player.
• Able to work within tight deadlines in a financial environment.
• Willing to challenge and develop factory process improvements where necessary.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing.
• Life assurance up to 4x contractual pay.
• Discounted branded products.
• Free, onsite parking.
• Individual allocated lockers.
• Subsidised staff restaurant.
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)

• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs

• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings -providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.

For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/careers/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a leading manufacturer of branded cheese and dairy spreads, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Cathedral City, Clover, and Wensleydale. We also boast a fast-growing dairy alternatives portfolio, which includes the Vitalite and Sheese brands, as well as manufacture specialised ingredients used in infant formula.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.