My job
The Operations Accountant is a member of the Finance team at the Hyde site. The role plays a key part in the delivery of accurate and robust monthly accounts alongside the provision and interpretation of key management information required by the site to help achieve its goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in the preparation of weekly Flash P&L's and the monthly Management Accounts.
* Preparation of Monthly Journals.
* Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
* Deliver accurate overhead and indirect labour performance reporting and analysis with variances to budget/forecast/prior year.
* Work with budget holders and site teams to investigate adverse variances and develop countermeasures.
* Support budgeting & forecasting activities.
* Responsible for CapEx process on site. Supporting the submission of new projects, tracking spend and capitalising completed projects.
* Support in checking Site monthly submissions are SOX compliant.
* Support cycle and annual inventory counts with a particular focus on ensuring the accuracy of engineering spares.
* Deputise for the Site Finance Lead or Operations Accountant (Manufacturing) when required.
* Take an active role in site projects to drive continuous improvements and meet site objectives.
* Ad-Hoc tasks/duties that may be required to ensure the efficient running of the business.
Essential Skills
* Recognised accountancy qualifications. ACCA/CIMA preferable.
* Strong analytical and numerical skills.
* Results driven, attention to detail with an eye for continuous improvement.
* Excellent communication & Influencing skills with an ability to build relationships across the organisation.
* Extensive knowledge of Management Accounting (preference is within a manufacturing business)
* Proficient with Microsoft Office; Advanced Excel required.
* SAP and BI experience a plus.
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 the 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, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are 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
Ownership
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