We're probably the biggest name you've never heard of. You've almost certainly eaten our food - you just didn't realize it! As global leaders in the fresh prepared food industry with over 16,000 employees, we create innovative products, including meals, soups, dips, salads, desserts, pizzas, and bread for customers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose in the UK.
Our Finance Programme is designed to support and ensure high standards structured around the CIMA qualification, it offers three distinct placements in Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, and Advanced Management Accounting. You'll also gain valuable experience in financial management, risk management, and process improvement.
We carefully select placements to provide you with comprehensive exposure to essential business areas, ensuring you gain a deep understanding of our operations. After completing the programme, you'll continue to expand your expertise, preparing for a senior role.
The programme consists of an 18-month initial placement, followed by two 12-month placements, which may be at any of our UK sites. Flexibility in location is crucial during this period.
We are seeking graduates with strong analytical skills and business acumen, who can effectively influence and adapt in a fast-paced environment. A curious mindset and a willingness to challenge the status quo are crucial for success. At Bakkavor, innovation is essential to maintaining our competitive edge, so staying informed about current affairs and the latest food trends is important.
At Bakkavor, we have pride. And purpose. From our Icelandic origins, we have grown to be the leading provider of fresh prepared food in the UK. And we continue to expand, in the US and China. Our world is fast-paced, exciting, and energetic. And that’s just how we like it. We have drive. Ambition. Motivation. We are food heroes, who keep the supply chain moving despite challenging times. We work hard. We are resilient. We solve problems together. And we deliver for our customers. Our passion brings joy through the food we produce – and the communities we work in. Our values are extremely important to us; they drive the way we do business – they are what make Bakkavor different from everyone else.
If you share our passion for great food and our strong values, then this company is for you! We have a diverse range of career opportunities and programmes available for you to kick start your career and make a real impact in the food industry.
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