Group Accounting Manager

Sofina Foods, Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods, based at our new European HQ in Leeds, is seeking a Group Accounting Manager to deliver accurate reporting, strong financial controls and insightful commercial analysis across central functions.

You will combine technical accounting expertise with business partnering, drive process improvements and lead a small finance team of two, partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification is required.
• 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.
• Collaborative approach and ability to build 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

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

SAP accounting systems

Job description

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.

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.

• 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 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

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.

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

Your Key Responsibilities

As Group Accounting Manager, you'll:

• 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