Salary: Competitive per annum, company car/allowance, bonus plus Veolia benefits
Location: Hybrid/Pitsea (travel to other sites will be required)
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What will you be doing?
This Permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career within the Finance Sector and gain industry-leading experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
We are looking for an individual with the confidence to scrutinise and challenge data and decisions. The successful applicant will be a true business partner, capable of supporting one of our regions within the Treatment operational business at multiple sites across the East, with a focus in the Essex area. Critical to success will be spending time with members of the Senior Treatment Team to understand the business strategy and challenges to ensure financial support is fit for purpose and in line with the wider Veolia strategy.
- The consolidation of accurate monthly management accounts for P&Ls within the role-holder's remit and reporting results and variances to their line manager, the Treatment Finance Director and General Managers;
- The responsibility to oversee and prepare forecasts/budgets in liaison with Operations Managers and General Managers supporting/advising as required;
- Ensure accurate Mid Month forecasts are reported;
- Capex reporting & forecasting;
- Supporting the General Manager's with the preparation of financial modelling for infrastructure developments and business opportunities;
- Supporting the General Manager's with due diligence processes for potential acquisitions and business integration;
- Manage a team of up to 4: 3 Management Accountants and 1 Administrator;
- Demonstrate strong Balance Sheet controls for your own cost centres including preparation of control account reconciliations;
- Reviewing Balance Sheets for direct reports;
- Completion of month end Vector pack for submission to Paris;
- Liaising with Internal and External stakeholders, including audit;
- Preparation of tax packs and statutory accounts packs for the statutory audits
What are we looking for?
- You will be a fully qualified accountant at a recognised awarding body - CIMA, ACA, ACCA essential with a number of years relevant post qualification experience.
- You should have experience of financial modelling, management accounting, together with the ability to influence decisions within a large complex organisation.
- Excellent people management skills are also a requirement to be able to manage a team and business partner with non-finance professionals at the highest level.
- Having strong systems knowledge (in particular exposure to Workday, Adaptive Insights, Microsoft/Google packages would be advantageous however training will be given).
- A full UK driving licence would be ideal, as travel to some of our other sites will be expected.
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
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This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.
