Finance Analyst, Fixed Assets

Yum! Brands; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic global powerhouse is seeking a Finance Analyst to oversee fixed asset and capital expenditure accounting. In this role, you will maintain the fixed asset register, process depreciation, and ensure accurate reporting. Join a culture-driven company that values innovation, collaboration, and passion, and be part of a team that drives impactful change. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Half-day Fridays

Hybrid work arrangement

Recognition culture

Flexible employee benefits

Performance-related bonus

Competitive parental leave

Quarterly Recharge/Live Well Days

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or finance, working towards qualification.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or finance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed asset register and post depreciation calculations.
• Conduct reconciliation of physical equipment stock take listings.

Skills

Excel

Accounting

Finance

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Web-based invoice approval system

Job description

Ready to make your mark at an iconic global powerhouse? Join Yum! Brands — the parent company behind Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, KFC, and Habit Burger & Grill — and be a part of our reinvention for Greater Growth.

We are a culture-driven company where innovation, collaboration, and passion fuel everything we do. We’re embarking on a journey and seeking talented individuals to make an impact across a global company. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping into leadership, you’ll help shape our future by driving impact across the business and showcasing your smart, heart, and courage.

If you’re ready to grow with a company that values curiosity, high-performance, and making a difference, join us. Let’s build the future of Yum! together.

About the Job

The Finance Analyst role is responsible for the administrative control over fixed asset and capital expenditure accounting, including processing depreciation charges and asset disposals. This includes maintaining accurate recording, classification, depreciation and reporting of assets.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain fixed asset register covering all company fixed assets by item within designated categories of land, buildings, leasehold improvements, equipment, furniture/fixtures and motor vehicles, as well as all additions, retirements and asset transfers.
2. Post depreciation calculations on a periodic basis, with a periodic review.
3. Capitalize all relevant assets in work in progress (WIP).
4. Raise/close/cancel purchase orders as required.
5. Responsible for timely & accurate coding of fixed asset invoices in web-based invoice approval system.
6. Prepare & process journals as requested.
7. Review and upload Equipment Warehouse fixed asset journal, including manual checking and analysis.
8. Conduct reconciliation of physical equipment stock take listings to fixed asset register for each restaurant/cost center (asset verification).
9. Prepare periodic balance sheet reconciliations for assigned fixed assets and WIP General Ledger accounts.

Is This You?

1. Degree in accounting, finance or related field, working towards accounting qualification, previous fixed assets experience highly regarded.
2. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills are necessary.
3. 2+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
4. Strong process-oriented mindset with high attention to detail and inquisitive mindset.
5. Ability to manage deadlines effectively, prioritize work tasks, and handle a dynamic work environment.
6. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Work Environment

This role is based out of our Restaurant Support Centre (RSC) in Woking (around 25 minutes by train from London Waterloo) and a minimum of 1 day per week in the RSC is required, plus occasional other days for team or market meetings.

Why Yum! Brands? (Work Hard, Pay-Hard)

We truly believe that where you work matters, and we know a thing or two about what makes employees happy.

• Half-day Fridays
• Hybrid work arrangement
• A world-famous recognition culture
• Attractive and flexible employee benefits
• Company and performance-related bonus
• Competitive parental leave and flexible return to work options
• Quarterly Recharge/Live Well Days across the organization to promote mental health and well-being.