Livestock Information Ltd

About the Company

Livestock Information Ltd are leading the way on livestock data, providing a quality service to customers through the Livestock Information Service (LIS).
Our mission is to maintain livestock traceability for the benefit of government, industry and the economy by capturing timely, high quality, livestock traceability information. The data and insight from our service collaboratively supports disease prevention and outbreak management, whilst also offering real change to industry and our stakeholders.

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Company Name

Livestock Information Ltd

Job Title

Data Development & Support Analyst

Job Description

The salary for this role is £40,000 to £45,000
Are you a seasoned data analyst ready to take on a new challenge within an Azure environment?
Do you possess in-depth expertise in querying databases using SQL?
Can you shift priorities with ease to align with business needs?
Would like the opportunity to shape the evolution of data development and support?
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
At Livestock Information (LI) Ltd, our mission is to be an outstanding service provider of livestock data, empowering government, industry, and farmers to effectively manage disease and infection control, whilst enhancing productivity and innovation in agriculture. To achieve this, we need great people, who share in our values.
As a Data Development & Support Analyst at LI, you will sit in the Business as Usual (BAU) team that develops and supports Azure Synapse and Databricks in the cloud to facilitate Power BI reporting.
In this role, you'll explore creative strategies to continually enhance the data ingestion process, focusing on improving robustness, boosting performance, and ensuring comprehensive monitoring.
You will also play a crucial role in upholding essential security protocols and adhering to Data Governance policies, utilising the cutting-edge tools available within the Azure Stack and Databricks' data intelligence platform.
Collaboration is vital in this position, as you'll engage with both internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of critical agricultural market insights and support impactful solutions.
Responsibilities

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Supporting and maintaining efficient and effective data collection and reporting processes
Carrying out vigorous testing and quality assurance to ensure any improvements to existing systems or new systems produce accurate information to a high quality
Using Azure DevOps Pipelines to build, test and deploy code to different environments.
Managing ad hoc data requests to support stakeholder need
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Actively investigating ways of utilising the Azure stack and Databricks platforms to present data in clear, concise, and innovative ways and using this knowledge to benefit both internal and external stakeholders.
Working closely with Business Analysts and Data Engineers to develop innovative data solution
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Using the Service Now ITSM tool to manage tickets, service requests, incidents and problems to a timely conclusio
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Complying with Data Protection Act and security and confidentiality rules.
Keeping abreast of appropriate industry and technological developments and applying to LI's technical capability.


Requirement

sWe are looking for someone with the following{{:
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} Considerable experience of querying databases using SQL
Good knowledge of Databricks and Python
Experience of Data Ingestion processes and data warehousing
Good working knowledge of the Azure Cloud Platform
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skil
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s Excellent communication and collaboration skil
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s Ability to work independently and as a part of a te
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m Adaptability to changing business requiremen
t
s Experience of working in Agile environments and SCRUM teams
Familiar with Azure DevOps to define tasks and workloa
d
s Qualificatio

nsYou will hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, data analytics, or relevant field

s.Benefi

tsAs an LI employee, you will be entitled to our company benefits which include{{
:
}} A fully remote and flexible working set
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p 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holid
a
ys 4 x annual salary Life Assura
n
ce Market leading pension scheme through Legal & Gene
r
al Enhanced Family Friendly Polic
i
es Excellent learning, training, and career development opportunit
i
es 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Progra
m
me A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone is respected and val
u
ed Application and Interview Proc

essTo apply for this role, you will need to submit a CV and answer some pre-screening questio
ns.The interview and assessment process for this role will involve a telephone interview with our Talent Team, followed by a first stage and a final stage interview. Interviews will be conducted either remotely via MS Teams or face to fa
ce.If we need to make a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible by emailing talent@livestockinformation.org.uk before the closing date to discuss your nee
ds.Val

uesWe approach our work with TACT; we are Transparent, Accountable, Committed and we work as a Tea
m. We are transparent together, embracing honesty and building trust. We are accountable to the industry and strive for the best possible solutions for the communities we serve. We drive change with passion, commitment and enthusiasm to deliver a great service to the livestock industry. We work kindly and cohesively which allows us to support each other in our personal and strategic goa
ls.Diversity statem

entAt Livestock Information, we value diversity and believe that every individual brings different strengths. We understand that not everyone may possess every single skill outlined in this job description, but if you believe you have a solid skill set that enables you to excel in this position then we really encourage you to app
ly.Further informat

ionIf you feel your application has not been treated in a fair and open manner or if you are dis-satisfied with any of your interactions during the recruitment process and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact our Talent team via email{{:}} talent@livestockinformation.org
.uk Disclai

mer Livestock Information Ltd. cannot sponsor work visas at this t
ime.Livestock Information Ltd. Does not discriminate based on race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benef
its. Livestock Information Ltd. Does not accept unsolicited CVs from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited CV's not originating directly from a candidate and sent to Livestock Information Ltd or any Livestock Information Ltd employees, including unsolicited CVs sent to a Livestock Information Ltd mailing address or email address, are rejected. Livestock Information Ltd will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited CV. Livestock Information Ltd considers any candidate for whom the recruiter has submitted an unsolicited CV referred by the company free of any f
ees.

United Kingdom

Remote

06-03-2025

Company Name

Livestock Information Ltd

Job Title

Management Accountant

Job Description

The salary for this role is £40,000 - £45,000.
Are you someone who prides themselves on exceptional attention to detail and accuracy?
Have you successfully managed payroll in a small to medium-sized organization?
Do you excel in extracting data from systems and spreadsheets to create insightful reports for analysis?
Would you like the opportunity to influence the future of the finance function?
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
At Livestock Information Ltd, our mission is to be an outstanding service provider of livestock data, empowering government, industry, and farmers to effectively manage disease and infection control, whilst enhancing productivity and innovation in agriculture. To achieve this, we need great people, who share in our values.
As a Management Accountant at LI, you will be responsible for providing accurate financial information, conducting financial analysis enabling senior management in decision-making and reporting to internal and external stakeholders. This service will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and senior management to ensure the company's financial health and contribute to its overall success.
The day-to-day activities of this role will involve looking over the business's accounts, invoices, working on payroll and accounts payables, giving the successful candidate a well-rounded accountancy exposure.
At LI Ltd, we have implemented the best cloud-based systems to enable and ease oversight and reporting across different functions, giving you the opportunity to work with systems implemented and integrated.
Your responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include{{:}
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Working in collaboration with LI's People Services to deliver business payroll function, using LI payroll system Xero Payrol
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Ensuring timely and accurate submission of PAYE and pension contribution return
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Responding to employee queries and payroll related issues in a timely manne
r
Keeping up to date with changes, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and legislatio
n
Preparation of VAT returns
Using the Xero bookkeeping system to analyse and report on business financial progress enabling senior management decision makin
g
Balance sheet reconciliation
s
Supporting month-end and year-end close process
Liaising with auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
Performing other financial duties as assigned by managemen
t
You may be required to undertake other duties assigned by your line manager as appropriat

eRequirement

sWe are looking for someone with{{:
}
} Proficient experience of using finance and payroll software i.e. Xe
r
o Experience of using MS Office Produc
t
s Previous experience in delivering payroll for small/medium size busines
s
Strong knowledge and experience in bookkeeping and supporting non-finance colleagu
e
s Good database management skills with experience of drawing data from systems and excel to generate repor
t
s Strong analytical skills to review and assess business financial need
s
Brilliant attention to deta
i
l Ability to pull data from various sources and present financial analysis allowing the team to review real-time financial insigh
t
s Confidence in analysing key financial information to provide feedback to aid managerial planning and commercial decision making that will ensure future growth and value for money for LI Ltd.
Qualification

s Professional qualification such as AAT, CIPP, CIMA or similar is required.
Reporting structure

This role reports into the Finance Manage

r.Benefi

tsAs an LI employee, you will be entitled to our company benefits which include{{
:
}} A fully remote and flexible working set
u
p 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holid
a
ys 4 x annual salary Life Assura
n
ce Market leading pension scheme through Legal & Gene
r
al Enhanced Family Friendly Polic
i
es Excellent learning, training, and career development opportunit
i
es 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Progra
m
me A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone is respected and val
u
ed Application and Interview Proc

essTo apply for this role, you will need to submit a CV and answer some pre-screening questio
ns.The interview and assessment process for this role will involve a telephone interview with our Talent Team, followed by a first stage and a final stage interview. Interviews will be conducted either remotely via MS Teams or face to fa
ce.If we need to make a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible by emailing talent@livestockinformation.org.uk before the closing date to discuss your nee
ds.The closing date for this role is 12.00pm (Midday) on 24th March. Applications received after the closing date will not be consider
ed.Val

uesWe approach our work with TACT; we are Transparent, Accountable, Committed and we work as a Tea
m. We are transparent together, embracing honesty and building trust. We are accountable to the industry and strive for the best possible solutions for the communities we serve. We drive change with passion, commitment and enthusiasm to deliver a great service to the livestock industry. We work kindly and cohesively which allows us to support each other in our personal and strategic goa
ls.Diversity statem

entAt Livestock Information, we value diversity and believe that every individual brings different strengths. We understand that not everyone may possess every single skill outlined in this job description, but if you believe you have a solid skill set that enables you to excel in this position then we really encourage you to app
ly.Disclai

mer Livestock Information Ltd. cannot sponsor work visas at this ti
me.Livestock Information Ltd. Does not discriminate based on race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefi
ts. Livestock Information Ltd. Does not accept unsolicited CVs from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited CV's not originating directly from a candidate and sent to Livestock Information Ltd or any Livestock Information Ltd employees, including unsolicited CVs sent to a Livestock Information Ltd mailing address or email address, are rejected. Livestock Information Ltd will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited CV. Livestock Information Ltd considers any candidate for whom the recruiter has submitted an unsolicited CV referred by the company free of any fe
es.

United Kingdom

Remote

05-03-2025