Overview
Treasury Analyst; FTC Jobs in Hatfield, UK at Ocado Retail
Position: Treasury Analyst (12 Month FTC)
Location
Hatfield (Hybrid working – 3 days in the office)
Working hours per weekLevelFinal date to receive applicationsAbout Us
Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivalled service, and reassuringly good value. We’re Ocado Retail, a market‑leading joint venture between Ocado Group and M&S, and the world’s largest dedicated online supermarket, Not only is the only place to shop a full range of M&S food online, it’s also the home to the widest online supermarket range in the UK and champion of small, independent brands.
We’re also the brains behind Zoom by Ocado, our same‑day grocery delivery service.
About The Team And
The Role
The candidate will be responsible for the day‑to‑day treasury management of the business, including daily liquidity management, cash‑flow forecasting, the processing of payments and completion of bank reconciliations. The person will support annual cash flow budgets and short‑term cash forecasts based on inputs from other areas of finance. The position presents the opportunity and challenge of working in a dynamic and exciting environment within the UK’s largest dedicated online grocery retaile.
What
You’ll Do Cash & Liquidity
- Determine corporate cash requirements and maintain appropriate cash flow, report daily cash position.
- Recommend investment options available for short‑term cash positions in accordance with Treasury Policy.
- Manage RCF draw‑down requests, incoming payments and repayments.
- Bank account management – assist with KYC requirements and bank account administration.
- Manage month‑end and coordinate with Finance Reporting to address audit inquiries.
- Initiate payments for day‑to‑day transactions via BACS, wire, ACH, etc., with the aim of implementing a system to reduce manual intervention.
- Work with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to resolve any issues with receipts/payments.
- Provide weekly cash flow forecasts, variance analysis and preparation of reports for review by the Treasurer for submission to FC, FD and CFO.
- liaise with other areas of the business to understand the key inputs of the cash forecast and any variances to Budget/Forecast.
- Work across the finance functions to understand working capital and how that affects cash.
Debt & Projects
- Preparation of covenant and compliance documentation.
- Support Treasurer on lender relationship and debt refinancing.
- Support bank reconciliation automation project (Oracle Fusion).
- Support ad‑hoc, value‑adding initiatives such as implementing better financial controls and process improvements.
- Assist with the implementation of financial systems for cash management/forecasting, whilst ensuring liquidity to meet daily outgoings.
Who You Are Essential
- Corporate Treasury Back Office & cash management experience.
- Part‑qualified accountant (ACT, CIMA or ACCA).
- Highly numerate and analytical with a keen eye for detail that is deadline‑focused and goal‑oriented.
- Ability to work in a fast‑moving, pressured environment keeping the focus on deadlines and tasks.
- Strong team player with the ability to also work independently.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively to a wide variety of audiences.
- Payment processing and knowledge of banking systems/environment.
Desirable
- Some experience of ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion) and bank connectivity implementation.
- Experience with projects (bank account migration, H2H implementation, treasury best practices).
What’s In It For You
By joining Ocado Retail, you’ll have the chance to experience life at the world’s largest online retailer, work with an amazing bunch of people who challenge what’s possible each day, and grow your skills and career in online retail. Besides that, you’ll also get access to loads of great benefits to sweeten the deal.
- Health & Wellbeing
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Private medical insurance with option to add your family, digital GP appointments, market‑leading family policies, mental health support, discounted gym memberships, dental insurance, and more. - Spend & Save
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Annual bonus…
Title: Treasury Analyst; FTC
Company: Ocado Retail
Location: Hatfield, UK
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