My job
One of the key objectives of Pilgrim's Shared Services Ltd is to provide valued added expertise in financial and tax reporting services to other Business Units in the group. The purpose of the role will be to:
* Provide accurate and timely financial & tax information to key stakeholders, including the Senior Managers RTR, Head of Financial Services, Direct Tax Lead, and other teams within Financial Services and the wider business.
* Support closely with the Direct Tax Lead in declarations and tax position of the business unit(s) and subsequent reporting.
* Utilize excellent ERP & IT skills to deliver solutions to issues arising and facilitate continuous systems improvement in collaboration with other departments.
* Adapt to an interesting and diverse role that requires flexibility and adept problem-solving.
* Ensure consistency of accounting policy and Sox controls across the European businesses.
Key Responsibilities
* Reporting to the Direct Tax Finance Lead, work as part of a team producing tax & financial reporting for several business units.
* Provide periodic reporting to HMRC/Revenue.
* Input into relevant areas of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial information and associated reporting to Pilgrim's US.
* Complete all reporting in line with established group and HMRC/Revenue timetables.
* Deliver key balance sheet account reconciliations that will feed into overall entity reconciliations.
* Complete relevant areas in relation to periodic tax postings and statutory accounting.
* Collaborate with other members of the finance team to ensure consistency of working across the business units and implement best practices.
* Participate in cross-functional projects providing expert guidance from a financial and tax viewpoint.
Essential Criteria
* Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CTA with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, or qualified by experience.
* Strong technical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
* Experience in preparing/reviewing corporation tax computations.
* Ability to build positive working relationships with stakeholders, including Senior BU finance staff.
The company
Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse, and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry-leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb, and chicken, working with all major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value, and food service products.
Across Pilgrim's Europe, we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious, and innovative food, enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland, and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team is based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters, and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.
What we'll bring to the table
Competitive Salary
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance
People matter
Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
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