Senior accountant

Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Our client, a leader in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a skilled and experienced Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in supporting the site's objectives by delivering accurate and timely financial information, driving operational improvements, and enhancing overall profitability.

Main Responsibilities

1. Operational Engagement: Work closely with the site's General Manager and production teams, especially on the shop floor, to understand operations, including stock control, stock management, and stock intake.
2. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to minimise financial losses and enhance profitability by asking the right questions, challenging current processes, and suggesting improvements.
3. Business Partnering: Build strong relationships across the site, especially with non-financial stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and communication of financial results.
4. Support Site Performance: Provide real-time financial insights and guidance to support the manufacturing team's decision-making, driving continuous improvement and operational success.
5. Daily Financial Results: Deliver accurate on-site financial results, helping steer the team toward meeting performance targets

Required

6. A professional qualification of CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT or equivalent
7. Ideally from a food manufacturing background, but general manufacturing experience will be considered.
8. Solid understanding of financial controls, stock management, and financial reporting.
9. Experience working with cross-functional teams, influencing change, and explaining financial data to non-financial personnel.
10. Strong ability to translate complex financial information to stakeholders at all levels.

Location

Spalding, Lincolnshire