Finance Placement Programme

Tussell Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Greencore offers an entry-level Finance placement for undergraduates aiming to gain hands-on experience in a consumer goods finance role. You will learn basic accounting, participate in decision-making processes, and receive regular performance reviews from an experienced line manager.

From day one, you will take responsibility for your work area and benefit from comprehensive on-the-job training. The program culminates in the potential to join Greencore's Graduate Programme, which is

Qualifications

• Undergraduate currently studying towards a degree (mid-degree, not mid-master)
• Experience working as part of a team
• Clear motivation to deepen knowledge of the food industry and partnership development
• Desire to learn how food manufacturing works and to get into detail of: Factory performance reporting, Commercial appraisal, New Product Development costing
• Ability to demonstrate excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Willingness to study the CIMA qualification upon degree completion
• Full UK driver’s licence and own transport preferred and mandatory for Lincolnshire placements

Responsibilities

• Work with an experienced line manager who will conduct regular performance reviews
• Be supported through a skills checklist for development
• Identify career opportunities within the Greencore Graduate Programme
• Take responsibility for your work area and personal development with on‑the‑job training

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

CIMA study

Willingness to learn

Education

Undergraduate student working towards a degree

All degree disciplines welcome

Job description

If you share our values and passion for great food, this placement offers you opportunities, development, and support to help you learn and grow. You will acquire key skills in basic accountancy and finance, and from day one, you'll play a crucial role in the decision-making processes that drive our business forward. This entry-level placement is ideal for undergraduates interested in gaining experience in a Finance role within a consumer goods company. We welcome candidates from all degree disciplines. Successful placement candidates will also have the opportunity to re-join Greencore on our Graduate Programme, which is CIMA accredited, after completing their qualifications.

What you’ll get in return

• You will work with an experienced line manager who will conduct regular performance reviews and support you through a skills checklist to ensure your development.
• Assuming everything progresses as planned, Greencore will assist you in identifying the right career opportunities upon completing your degree. This could include direct entry roles or positions within our Graduate programmes.
• From day one, you will take responsibility for your work area and personal development, with comprehensive on-the-job training provided. Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.

The most important thing for us is a motivated attitude to develop your skills and a desire to learn more about Finance in the Food Industry.

To be considered for this placement, you must meet the following criteria:

• Undergraduate currently studying towards a degree (Must be mid degree, not a mid-masters)
• Experience working as part of a team
• Existing right to work in the UK (we are unable to sponsor visas for this placement)
• A clear motivation to deepen knowledge of the food industry, with a particular focus on partnership development and effective stakeholder management
• A desire to learn how food manufacturing works and to get into detail of: Factory performance reporting Commercial appraisal New Product Development costing
• An ability to demonstrate excellent analytical and numerical skills
• An ability to apply practical ideas and demonstrate your adaptability
• A willingness to study the CIMA qualification upon completion of your degree (as this is a requirement to join our Finance graduate programme)
• A full UK driver’s licence and own transport is preferred and is mandatory for any Lincolnshire placements, as our locations and suppliers are not always readily accessible by public transport
• A curiosity to explore, learn, and show initiative

At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.

You may not have heard of us, but we’re sure you’ve tried our products. Greencore is a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. We employ c.11,800 colleagues across 16 manufacturing sites, and we supply all the UK’s food retailers with everything from sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals. In fact we reckon you’ll have consumed at least one of our products in the last four weeks.