Finance Business Partner, Accounting & Controls

Valeo Foods; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Finance Business Partner - Accounting & Controls for its UK Finance team. This pivotal role focuses on financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and acting as a trusted liaison between finance and business units. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise and the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders, enhancing financial integrity and decision-making across the business.

Benefits

Matched pension scheme

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' PQE in a financial control or finance business partner role.
• Proven experience in month-end close and tax compliance.
• Ability to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial packs and manage group reporting.
• Oversee tax compliance with HMRC and manage insurance processes.

Skills

Financial control

Reporting

Tax compliance

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage

Oracle

IFS

Job description

Finance Business Partner, Accounting & Controls

Company Description

At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.

But that's not all - our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the Wild West flavours of New World Foods, the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.

Job Description

We're looking for a talented Finance Business Partner - Accounting & Controls to join our UK Finance team. This role sits at the heart of our financial operations, ensuring robust financial control and delivering high-quality reporting, while acting as a trusted partner to stakeholders across the business.

You'll be the key liaison between our finance function and business units-translating numbers into narratives, supporting strategic decisions, and maintaining financial integrity across our operations. It's a high-visibility role with the chance to make a real impact.

Your focus will be on driving accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting and controls across the UK business. You will:

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring integrity of the general ledger and internal reporting.
• Prepare financial packs and group reporting to Valeo Group, with alignment to internal results and OneStream outputs.
• Own the relationship with our Dutch accounting and tax advisors for subsidiary support.
• Oversee tax compliance-VAT, corporation tax, and R&D claims-liaising with HMRC, group tax teams, and external consultants.
• Maintain the group fixed asset register, ensuring compliance with internal accounting policies.
• Manage our insurance process with brokers and coordinate annual renewals.
• Support internal and external audits with appropriate documentation and financial analysis.

Crucially, you'll be a proactive business partner-working with a variety of stakeholders across finance, operations, and commercial teams to provide actionable insight and support business decision-making.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 3-5 years' PQE in a financial control, accounting, or finance business partner role.
• Proven experience in month-end close, reporting, and tax compliance, preferably in a group or multi-entity structure.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong systems knowledge (e.g., Sage, Oracle, IFS) and confident in Microsoft Excel.
• A collaborative mindset-you're someone who works well cross-functionally, building relationships and driving alignment.
• Industry experience in FMCG or food is helpful, but not essential.

Additional Information

What we offer you in return

• Matched pension scheme
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Canteen
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!

At Valeo Foods UK, you'll find a fast-paced, agile, and supportive environment. We're a growing organisation with big ambitions, and finance is central to our success.

You'll work alongside passionate professionals and be encouraged to challenge the norm, make improvements, and influence key decisions. Your contributions won't just be appreciated-they'll be visible.

Join us and help shape the future of our iconic brands.