A little bit about us...

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognised brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries and billions of customers served each year. As the global leader in the food and service industry, we have a legacy of innovation and hard work that continues to drive us. Today, we are growing with velocity and are passionate about modernising our experiences, not to make a different McDonald’s, but to build a better McDonald’s. The UK & Ireland market has operated in UK since 1974 and the business is growing continuously with more than 1,400 restaurants and over 136,000 employees.  

We are moving fast and are adding to our outstanding team. Joining McDonald’s means thinking big every day and preparing for a career that can impact around the world. We are customer obsessed, committed to being leaders and believe we are better when we work together.  Over the last couple years, we’ve launched home delivery, modernised our restaurant experience through digital enhancements and have so much more to come.

We are dedicated to using our scale for good: good for people, our industry and the planet. From ambitious recycling initiatives and balanced sourcing efforts to our partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities, we are constantly improving. We see every single day as an opportunity to have an impact on our customers, our people and our partners. 

The opportunity...

This exciting opportunity seeks a forward-thinking, enthusiastic and self-starting Commercial Assistant to join the RSG Commercial team. The successful candidate will be principally responsible for supporting in day-to-day financial transactions and information across a portfolio of suppliers and service partners spanning multiple Equipment and Building service disciplines.

What will my accountabilities be...

• Day-to-day financial transactions e.g. supplier invoice payments and store recharges
• Provide swift responses to general financial administrative queries (e.g. from suppliers, restaurants, Finance, Accounts, Franchising)
• Administer monthly ‘Application to Pay’ process including collaborating closely with service providers and contract managers
• Utilise knowledge of basic accounting principles to lead and reconcile the department’s multiple accounts and ensure zero account adjustments. Provide monthly updates to Commercial Consultant, Head of Restaurant Services, and Finance
• Verification of supplier charges and invoices to ensure accuracy. Follow up to ensure any due rebates are received
• Generate monthly store journals to Accounts, including for Reactive and Planned maintenance charges across various service subject areas
• Maintain financial records in line with real estate changes
• Maintain financial trackers including for store recharges, supplier payments and rebates
• Conduct financial audits of payments made to suppliers against services received
• Undertake bi-annual review and reconciliation of ‘Outside Service’ charges
• Provide analytical assistance to the Commercial Consultant to aid commercial negotiations with suppliers
• Support management of the Vendor Contract and Pricing Calendar
• Maintain department databases consistently and accurately
• Support with Capital Investment administration as required
• Continuous improvement of manual processes  e.g. through development of automated reporting
• Provide other ad hoc support as may be required by the Commercial Consultant and RSG

Which team will I be part of...

RSG is made up of a number of direct operations facing teams under one department. This role sits within the RSG Commercial team. McDonald’s has a number of global and local supplier partners that ensure the equipment in our restaurants meets our requirements, produces the best and consistent quality, and can also be maintained quickly. The Commercial team ensures we have the best and most appropriate commercial arrangements with our suppliers, which is key to developing stable and long-term partners that are suitably motivated to deliver the best service to our restaurants.

Who will my customers be...

To work closely with the RSG members alongside other business functions including Finance, Accounts and Franchising, as well as our external suppliers. 

What background do I need to have...

Highly numerate with a good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes

• Office Administration experience ideally within a Governance or Finance / Accounts team
• Excellent organisation and time leadership skills with an ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Some McDonald’s operations experience with an understanding of key commercial services that are delivered to restaurants is an advantage
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate – strong Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word skills crucial, with a desire to develop further. Collaboration experience using Teams desirable. Project Management software (e.g. Smartsheet) experience desirable. Knowledge of SQL databases and compiling reports desirable
• Proven track record to grasp sophisticated information quickly
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent logical problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical skills
• Seeks to develop and present potential solutions when identifying issues
• Finds opportunities to work more efficiently
• Ability to work collaboratively in a face-paced and dynamic team environment
• A proactive approach to tasks with a strong sense of personal accountability for its successful completion
• Demonstrate a genuine desire to learn and capacity to understand and relate to others
• Work with energy and passion
• Professional and courteous