Project Finance Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative global FMCG client in a pivotal role as an Interim Project Finance Administrator. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, managing procurement and payment processes while ensuring timely supplier payments. With a focus on collaboration and efficiency, you'll play a key role in supporting large projects at a picturesque location. Enjoy a modern workspace with excellent amenities, including a staff discount shop and free refreshments. If you're detail-oriented and have a knack for financial processes, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Staff discount shop

Free tea, coffee, and ice cream

Free onsite parking

Various site clubs

Modern workspace

Qualifications

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP.
• Experience managing accounts and resolving payment issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and payment processes for efficient order placement.
• Collaborate with procurement and project leaders to process orders.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounts Management

Payment Systems Understanding

Coordination Skills

Tools

Coupa PO System

DCIW System

Job description

Job Title: Interim Project Finance Administrator

Manpower is currently seeking an interim Project Finance Administrator to work with our global FMCG client, Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. Join their fast-paced FMCG environment as an integral team member.

Location: Port Sunlight Village, Wirral. Easily accessible by train and car.

Role Details: This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months (potentially extendable), requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation ranges from £25,600 to £28,200 per annum, pro-rata, depending on experience.

This role is crucial due to the significant number of large projects at the site. It involves managing various aspects of procurement and payment processes to ensure efficient order placement and supplier payments.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure suppliers are fully onboarded to the Unilever payment system.
• Collaborate with procurement and project leaders to process orders with complete information.
• Raise orders for Port Sunlight projects using the Coupa PO system.
• Manage invoice queries via the DCIW system and resolve issues to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Support the Project Manager with detailed capital expenditure forecasts.
• Input PO details into project spend trackers.
• Request manual payments when necessary.
• Work with suppliers to resolve account issues.

Key Requirements:

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP and data collation from multiple spreadsheets).
• Experience managing accounts and resolving payment issues.
• Understanding of payment and invoicing systems and processes.
• Experience working with European suppliers is advantageous.
• Strong coordination and planning skills.

Additional Information:

Work Environment at Port Sunlight:

• Staff discount shop
• Free tea, coffee, and ice cream
• Modern, bright workspace in a carefully restored listed building
• Free onsite parking
• 5-minute walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
• 20-minute drive to Liverpool city centre; 30-minute drive to Chester
• Disabled parking available
• Located in picturesque Port Sunlight village
• Various site clubs such as Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, and Genealogy
• Multiple catering outlets and vending machines available daily