Finance Analyst - Manufacturing

Kraft-Heinz, Inc.; Orrell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking a motivated Finance professional for its Site Finance Team in Orrell, England. The role involves performance reporting, managing £50m of Variable Input Costs, and supporting budgets and forecasts. Candidates should be part-qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency. The company offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Access to world-class training

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive and inclusive culture

Salary-sacrifice benefits

Qualifications

• Part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA accountant with a university degree.
• Bright, enthusiastic individual looking to develop a career in Finance.
• Competent Excel user, interested in learning more about finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage site process to cost goods produced.
• Prepare weekly Direct Labour cost and variances.
• Support Direct Labour, Utilities forecasts and AOP.

Skills

CIMA/ACCA/ACA part-qualified

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Curiosity

Teamwork

Education

University degree (2:1 or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're looking for a motivated Finance professional to join our Site Finance Team. The successful candidate will report into the Manufacturing Finance Lead, supporting the Heads of Manufacturing, Operations Managers and Process Improvement Leads to drive operational efficiency, support delivery of site KPIs, whilst ensuring we meet financial targets and compliance commitments. The role involves day‑to‑day preparation and analysis of performance reporting for the site, management of circa £50m of Variable Input Costs, and support of monthly forecasts, the annual planning cycle, and process‑improvement projects. This position sits at the heart of the Operations Team and requires someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, juggling a variety of demands and finding solutions to complex issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of the Variable Input Costs of the site and provide detailed analysis to guide the Operations Team.
• Prepare line cost analysis data to support justification and delivery of Process Improvement Plans, Savings Initiatives and Capex Projects in collaboration with Operations, Continuous Improvement, Functional and Capital Engineering Teams.
• Product Costing & Inventory
  • Manage site process to cost semi‑finished and finished goods produced at Kitt Green.
  • Act as gatekeeper for changes to material master data and master recipes.
  • Ensure trials, experiments and new product launches are conducted within the agreed process and, where appropriate, costs are recharged to R&D.
  • Coordinate product status reviews in preparation for AOP.
  • Review and update Supply Chain Loss Provisions, including processing stock disposal requests and recharges.
• Cost Accounting & Monthly Financial Reporting
  • Prepare weekly Direct Labour cost and variances to standard for allocation to Manufacturing Portions.
  • Undertake weekly reconciliation and PO process for the Agency Labour provider.
  • Prepare Utilities cost including drafting monthly provisions and invoice reconciliation.
  • Conduct ad‑hoc analysis of VIC performance variances to Latest Estimate and AOP by package and provide commentary on drivers.
  • Coordinate preparation of daily, weekly & monthly KPIs for site reporting.
  • Attend and contribute to weekly and monthly review meetings with Operations Team.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Support Direct Labour, Utilities, MUV and VIC forecast and AOP within monthly and annual cycles.
  • Collate Variable elements of the AOP Standard Setting process, including BOM changes, scrap percentages, interchanges, machine and labour hours, line crewing and relevant SKF.
  • Proactively identify risks and opportunities to the financial outlook.
• Financial Compliance
  • Establish and implement appropriate internal control processes to align with KHC policies.
  • Drive compliance with corporate financial policies and regulatory requirements across all functions.
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial closure procedures and reporting in accordance with corporate policies and applicable accounting standards. Support Annual Stock Take and timely resolution of audit queries.
  • Document and maintain site finance processes, including process maps and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with Central EPDM Finance and other UK factory teams to align on policies and best practice.

Qualifications & Personal Attributes

• Part‑qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA accountant with a university degree (2:1 or above in any discipline) or 3+ A Levels (Grade C or above). Exposure to business, economics or mathematics is desirable.
• Bright, enthusiastic individual looking to develop a career in Finance.
• Comfortable working with numbers and analysing data to spot trends or issues.
• Competent Excel user, interested in learning more about finance systems and tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; able to ask questions and share ideas with colleagues.
• Curious and eager to understand how things work.
• Adaptable and comfortable with change or new challenges; adapts quickly to new tasks.
• Demonstrates integrity and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Resilient when facing setbacks or unfamiliar tasks.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others to solve problems.
• Proactive, willing to take initiative and seek out learning opportunities.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail; able to check work carefully and follow processes.
• Interested in operational processes and a curiosity about how this relates to the finances of the business. Training in the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) will be provided to support your development in this area.

Benefits & Perks

• Recognition & Reward: Competitive salary and benefits, plus recognition for your achievements and contributions.
• Learning & Development: Access to world‑class training, including the Kraft Heinz Management System and a range of technical and personal development courses through our Ownerversity portal.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your skills, take on new challenges and progress your career within a global organisation.
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive, diverse and collaborative environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
• Sustainability & Innovation: The chance to be part of the site’s ongoing journey to excellence.
• Community & Impact: Work that matters – helping to feed millions and make a difference in people’s lives.
• Site‑Specific Perks: A variety of salary‑sacrifice benefits such as the Tusker car scheme, private health cover, childcare vouchers, cycle‑to‑work scheme, additional holiday purchase scheme, the option to WFH two days each month, access to an on‑site canteen and opportunities to join volunteering days each year.

Kraft Heinz is one of the world’s largest food companies, dedicated to making life delicious for consumers across the globe. Our iconic brands are found in millions of homes, bringing people together and creating memorable moments every day. Kraft Heinz is driven by a passion for quality, continuous improvement and doing the right thing. We champion great people, embrace diversity and foster a culture of innovation and accountability. Kitt Green is Kraft Heinz’s largest manufacturing site in Europe and one of the biggest food processing facilities in the UK. Home to a passionate team and iconic products, including Heinz Baked Beanz and Soups, Kitt Green plays a vital role in delivering high‑quality, trusted brands to millions of consumers every day. We are proud of our recent investment in advanced heat‑pump technology, a major step forward in energy efficiency and our sustainability journey. Looking ahead, we are planning significant improvements to our beans classifiers, further enhancing our commitment to quality and operational excellence. These initiatives reflect Kitt Green’s ongoing focus on innovation, sustainability and delivering results that matter. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of food, Kraft Heinz is the place to grow your career. When you join our team at Kitt Green, you’ll benefit from a supportive, diverse and collaborative environment where you can bring your whole self to work and contribute to a company that values integrity, resilience and a drive to continuously improve.