Group Accounting Manager

Sofina Foods Europe; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking a Group Accounting Manager to lead monthly reporting, strengthen controls and provide strategic financial insight across central functions. You will manage a small team, partner with stakeholders, drive process improvements and support external audits and statutory accounting.

ACA/ACCA and 2+ years PQE preferred; FMCG experience is a plus. This role is based at Sofina Foods' European HQ in Leeds, offering an international environment and

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification
• At least two years’ post-qualification industry experience
• Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex financial information
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The confidence to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business
• Advanced spreadsheet skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts for central business functions
• Review monthly performance reporting, analysis and financial insights
• Take ownership of key accounting period controls and reporting processes
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure a strong control environment
• Drive consistency in accounting practices and cost allocation methodologies across the business
• Lead and maintain robust financial processes and governance
• Support and lead ad hoc projects, analysis and business improvement initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of two accountants/finance assistants
• Support the delivery of clean and efficient external audits
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and tax computations
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business

Skills

ACA or ACCA

Management accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Summary

Drive financial reporting excellence and support strategic decision-making across the business

The Role

We're looking for a Group Accounting Manager to join our Finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate reporting, strong financial controls and valuable commercial insight across our central business functions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with business partnering, process improvement and team leadership. Working closely with stakeholders across the organisation, you'll help ensure high-quality financial reporting, support informed decision-making and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

This role will be based in our new European HQ in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Your Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts for central business functions
• Review monthly performance reporting, analysis and financial insights
• Take ownership of key accounting period controls and reporting processes
• Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure a strong control environment
• Drive consistency in accounting practices and cost allocation methodologies across the business
• Lead and maintain robust financial processes and governance
• Support and lead ad hoc projects, analysis and business improvement initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of two accountants/finance assistants
• Support the delivery of clean and efficient external audits
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and tax computations
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business

The Ideal Candidate

You'll be a qualified finance professional with strong technical expertise and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll Ideally Have

• ACA or ACCA qualification
• At least two years’ post-qualification industry experience
• Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• The ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex financial information
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesStrong written and verbal communication skills
• The confidence to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business
• Advanced spreadsheet skills

It Would Also Be Advantageous To Have

• Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing or an international business environment
• Working knowledge of SAP accounting systems

Why Sofina Foods?

At Sofina Foods, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing international business. You'll work with colleagues across multiple functions, gain exposure to senior stakeholders and contribute to projects that support business performance and continuous improvement.

This role offers the chance to develop both your leadership and technical expertise while helping shape the future of financial reporting and control across the organisation.

Company Information

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It's a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world - If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB