Job Description

Advert:

Assistant Financial Accountant (Hybrid) - Leeds (LS15)

Location:

Thorpe Park, Leeds (Hybrid working model)

Function:

Group Finance

Type:

Full-time

At

Hain

, we are currently recruiting for an

Assistant Financial Accountant

to join our Group Finance team at our

Thorpe Park, Leeds

office. This is a

hybrid role

, offering flexibility with a mix of office and remote working.



This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or progress their career in finance while studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA). You'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive team environment and exposure to key financial processeas across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and reconcile bank accounts for all UK entities Reconcile stock accounts across UK divisions and investigate any discrepancies Support with monthly accruals and prepayments Post and reconcile intercompany recharges Monitor and manage logistics spend Maintain Capital Expenditure (Capex) forms using Smartflow Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts Investigate and resolve balance sheet variances Prepare documentation to support Audit and SOX compliance Provide cover for cashier responsibilities, including:

+ Uploading payments to the bank
+ Processing credit and debit notes
+ Allocating payments
Administer company credit cards and post related journals Support with ad hoc tasks and projects as required

What We're Looking For:

A motivated individual currently studying or planning to study for an accounting qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA) Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving Good Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems (experience with Smartflow is a plus) Strong communication and organisational skills Willingness to learn and grow within a supportive team

What can we offer you?

Competitive salary / rate of pay 25 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holiday Option to purchase additional annual leave A day off work to support our charity partners Flexible working options Pension Medical benefit And access to a HUB that offers many discounts from a range of suppliers and retailers

About The Hain Celestial Group

Hain Celestial Group is a leading health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living for people, communities and the planet through better-for-you brands. For more than 30 years, our portfolio of beloved brands has intentionally focused on delivering nutrition and well-being that positively impacts today and tomorrow. Headquartered in Hoboken, N.J., Hain Celestial's products across snacks, baby/kids, beverages, meal preparation, and personal care, are marketed and sold in over 75 countries around the world. Our leading brands include Garden Veggie(TM) snacks, Terra chips, Garden of Eatin' snacks, Earth's Best and Ella's Kitchen baby and kids foods, Celestial Seasonings teas, Joya and Natumi plant-based beverages, Greek Gods yogurt, Cully & Sully, Imagine and New Covent Garden soups, Yves and Linda McCartney's (under license) meat-free, and Alba Botanica natural sun care, among others.

Hain Celestial UK

In the UK, Hain is one of the UK's leading food companies. We create food and drink products with natural goodness at their core. We're the business behind a host of household brands - Hartley's jams and jellies, Sun-Pat peanut butters, New Covent Garden Soup Co., Linda McCartney's meat free food, and Yorkshire Provender to name a few. Nearly half of our business is private label - we create quality freshly prepared fruit and juices, desserts, soups, sweet spreads and meat free products for our retail partners.
Over our sites up and down the UK, we employ circa 1,200 people in roles within Production, Supply Chain, Product Development, Sales and Marketing, and through to our Finance, HR, IT and beyond. Each of our colleagues is vital to our continued success. That's why we target the best talent, and help to develop them through the ranks.

Our Values

Own It -

I am empowered and accountable for improving Hain's business results and impact

Win Together -

I collaborate with others to grow, deliver and celebrate success.

Foster Inclusion -

I create an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued for their uniqueness.

Be Curious -

I explore ideas & insights with a growth mindset.

Our Purpose

To inspire healthier living for people, communities & the planet through better-for-you brands

Our Mission

To build purpose-driven brands that make healthier living more attainable by empowering our people, engaging our partners, and living our lives.



If you need reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you in the right way.

If Hain sounds like the company you'd like to contribute your energy and enthusiasm towards, and come on an exciting journey with us, then we can't wait to hear from you!