Commercial Accountant

Solina; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food solutions provider in Mitcham is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Commercial Accountant. This role involves producing accurate financial reports, liaising with external auditors, and implementing process improvements. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified ACCA/CIMA and have advanced skills in Excel. The position offers opportunities for development in a dynamic and expanding business.

Benefits

Free parking on-site

Free lunch provided daily

Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to implement process changes for value addition.
• Strong communication skills for cross-department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate financial reporting analysis and insights.
• Prepare statutory accounts and VAT returns.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax consultants.

Skills

Part-Qualified member of an accounting body (ACCA / CIMA)

Moderate / Advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of all finance functions

Experience with ERP systems

Ability to analyze large data sets

Education

Part-Qualified ACCA / CIMA

Tools

Sage 200

Excel

Job description

Primary Location :

MITCHAM United Kingdom

At Solina our community of close to 5000 people share a passion for food and live our entrepreneurial culture.

We design customised savoury solutions for our clients operating in the food industry food service butchery and nutrition markets. With sustainability at the heart of our business model we aim to produce food that is good in every sense of the word : delicious nourishing affordable sustainable and convenient.

Solina is a fast-growing business with around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories present in more than 19 countries mainly in Europe and North America.

By constantly rethinking culinary solutions we make food matter for people and the planet .

If youre ready for a new adventure in a dynamic expanding passionate international company join us !

Notice: Please be advised that this job vacancy is located in Mitcham Surrey United Kingdom .

Who are we looking for

Were looking for a proactive and detail-focused Commercial Accountant to join our Finance this role youll be responsible for producing accurate financial reporting analysis and inights that support business decision-making and continuous improvement. This is a hands‑on position working closely with the Financial Controller and collaborating across departments to drive efficiency value and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Close of years trading balancing of ledgers WIP and production of annual Statutory Accounts
• Liaise with external Auditors and Tax consultants
• Preparation and review of financial reports including month end reporting packs to deadlines
• Preparation and submission of statutory VAT returns
• Generation of analytical reports comparing actual performance versus planned recommending actions improve
• Implement process change to add value to core processes.

Candidate Profile

• Part-Qualified member of an accounting body (ACCA / CIMA)
• Moderate / Advanced Excel skills (VLookups Pivot Tables basic macros) which can be further developed
• Able to work with and analyse large amounts of data within Excel / other analytical tools
• Knowledge of all finance functions (purchase ledger sales ledger general ledger)
• Experience of a ERP system (e.g. Sage 200) preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Full knowledge of the Financial processes which impact on the accounts.

Benefits

• Free parking on-site
• Free lunch provided daily
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24 / 7

Impact & Visibility

You will work closely with leadership and multiple departments influencing real business decisions across the site.

Development & Growth

Ideal for someone currently working towards ACCA / CIMA with opportunities to broaden technical skills build commercial awareness and progress within the business.

Variety & Ownership

A wide-ranging role covering month-end reporting stock account budgeting analysis KPSs and process improvement - no two days are the same.

Please contact for more information on the behaviours skills and knowledge required for this role. Any applications sent via email will not be considered.

We are open to talents of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is based on competences and we openly welcome all candidates of all types according to our DEI Commitment

Key Skills

• Machine Shop
• Logistics & Procurement
• Communication
• Client Services
• ASP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1