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Job Summary - Purpose of Role

The role is responsible for optimising financial processes and enhancing efficiency within the Controllership team based in Bradford

Responsibilities & Duties
Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement improvements to streamline workflows

Develop and implement standardised procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance

Research and upskill in new technologies that can be used to improve processes, such as Alteryx

Train and support finance team members in adopting new processes and technologies

Support finance projects where required to ensure opportunities for improvement are maximised

Help embed a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team

Qualifications & Skills

Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or finalist would be considered
Strong financial accounting background
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively and influence stakeholders at all levels
Strong communication and presentation skills
Well organized and able to work in a fast paced environment
Minimum 2 years SAP experience

Success Measures

Able to demonstrate improvements to processes that have achieved measurable efficiency, effectiveness or compliance benefits

Enhanced utilisation of new technologies within the team

Adoption of new processes and input into their development from the team

Key Stakeholders

Controllership management team

SAP functional team

AP Managers where processes overlap with AP

Behavioural Competencies

Serious

about

safety

We remain vigilant and proactive to prevent safety hazards, and we will always place safety before profit.

We

do

what

we

say

We make commitments we can keep, trusting others to do the same, and holding ourselves accountable while being bold, direct, and transparent.

Where

people

matter

We care about others and their contributions and we will ensure diversity and inclusion. We will do this while growing ourselves to grow our business.

Valuable

to

others

We will demonstrate this value by solving problems with our customers and suppliers, and by improving the communities where we live and work.

Together

we

win

We will play to win and get results while working to common goals and using common processes to improve continuously.

Job Summary - Purpose of Role

The role is responsible for optimising financial processes and enhancing efficiency within the Controllership team based in Bradford

Responsibilities & Duties
Identify inefficiencies in financial processes and implement improvements to streamline workflows

Develop and implement standardised procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance

Research and upskill in new technologies that can be used to improve processes, such as Alteryx

Train and support finance team members in adopting new processes and technologies

Support finance projects where required to ensure opportunities for improvement are maximised

Help embed a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team

Qualifications & Skills

Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or finalist would be considered
Strong financial accounting background
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively and influence stakeholders at all levels
Strong communication and presentation skills
Well organized and able to work in a fast paced environment
Minimum 2 years SAP experience

Success Measures

Able to demonstrate improvements to processes that have achieved measurable efficiency, effectiveness or compliance benefits

Enhanced utilisation of new technologies within the team

Adoption of new processes and input into their development from the team

Key Stakeholders

Controllership management team

SAP functional team

AP Managers where processes overlap with AP

Behavioural Competencies

Serious

about

safety

We remain vigilant and proactive to prevent safety hazards, and we will always place safety before profit.

We

do

what

we

say

We make commitments we can keep, trusting others to do the same, and holding ourselves accountable while being bold, direct, and transparent.

Where

people

matter

We care about others and their contributions and we will ensure diversity and inclusion. We will do this while growing ourselves to grow our business.

Valuable

to

others

We will demonstrate this value by solving problems with our customers and suppliers, and by improving the communities where we live and work.

Together

we

win

We will play to win and get results while working to common goals and using common processes to improve continuously.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients
essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than
10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a
Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to
support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports
sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to
help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification

Qualified accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or finalist would be considered
Strong financial accounting background
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively and influence stakeholders at all levels
Strong communication and presentation skills
Well organized and able to work in a fast paced environment
Minimum 2 years SAP experience

Success Measures

Able to demonstrate improvements to processes that have achieved measurable efficiency, effectiveness or compliance benefits

Enhanced utilisation of new technologies within the team

Adoption of new processes and input into their development from the team

We will play to win and get results while working to common goals and using common processes to improve continuously.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients
essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives - from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than
10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a
Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to
support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports
sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to
help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification