Finance Graduate

Danone; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in Liverpool is seeking a Finance Graduate to lead the digitalisation of asset management processes. The role offers hands-on experience in finance operations, coupled with opportunities for growth in the finance sector. Ideal candidates are self-motivated graduates with strong communication and analytical skills, proficient in Microsoft Office. This position provides a supportive environment for learning and development.

Benefits

Opportunity for career progression

Supportive team environment

Hands-on experience in finance

Qualifications

• Graduate-level education in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field required.
• Experience with data and digital platforms is a plus.
• Exposure to project work or internships in a finance environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digitalisation of the asset tagging process.
• Support finance transformation projects and month-end reporting.
• Develop tools to track key business drivers.

Skills

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Interest in Finance

Education

Graduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Job

As a Finance Graduate at our Liverpool Supply Point, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial performance and operational efficiency of a site with assets valued at approximately £75 million. Your primary mission will be to lead the digitalisation of the asset tagging process, ensuring full compliance and accuracy in asset management. You will also contribute to broader finance transformation initiatives, including digitalising management reporting and developing tools to track key business drivers.

About You

What You’ll Do

• Lead the digitalisation of our asset tagging process, including SOP creation, tool development, and physical verification.
• Support finance transformation projects, such as digitalising management reporting and developing tools to track key business drivers.
• Contribute to core finance operations, including month-end reporting, variance analysis, and budget cycle support.

What We’re Looking For

• Self-motivated and determined with a proactive mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet tight deadlines
• Adaptable communication style for different stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrates a strong interest in developing a career in Finance
• Graduate-level education in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Exposure to project work or internships in a finance or operations environment is advantageous
• Experience working with data, reporting tools, or digital platforms is a plus

About Us

Nutricia is Europe’s largest specialist nutrition company and the market leader in the UK. We specialise in the delivery of medical nutrition for the very young, the old and the sick, supplying high quality feeds to patients and consumers. Our purpose is to pioneer nutritional discoveries that help people live longer, healthier lives.

When it comes to finding a great place to work there are plenty of things to look for inspirational colleagues, freedom in your job to make a real difference, and a shared ethos you can truly believe in. Throw in top perks, a responsive and dynamic environment and unrivalled opportunities to develop personally and professionally and you’ve found something pretty special. You’ve found Danone.

Here at Danone we put people at the centre of everything we do – whether we’re developing ground-breaking new products, taking care of individual patients, or supporting the community. And if you join us you can expect exactly that sort of attention too.

Nutricia medical nutrition products have a strong market share. The business is operating within a mature market but there is still scope for expansion both within local and global markets, and the emphasis in the coming years with be on maintaining volume growth, whilst ensuring we drive our cost targets in the right direction.

Selling points of the role

• Opportunity to lead a high-impact project from end to end
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and real business challenges
• Hands-on experience in both operational and strategic finance
• Supportive team environment with a focus on learning and development

Future career progression

This role offers a strong foundation for a career in Finance. Potential next steps include:

• Junior Business Controller roles within Liverpool
• Finance Analyst roles within the business
• Progression into Management Accounting or Financial Planning & Analysis
• Opportunities to join Danone’s graduate or early careers development programs