Senior Manager, Record to Report

Pilgrims Europe; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Craigavon is seeking a Senior Manager, Record to Report, to deliver accurate financial reporting across European operations. This key role involves overseeing audits, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with governance standards. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with over 5 years of experience in a leadership position. Join us to contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record of leading and developing teams.
• Ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate financial information to key stakeholders.
• Lead financial reporting processes.
• Manage and develop a team.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Time management

Process improvement

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Overview

Senior Manager, Record to Report

Location: Rushmere Shopping Centre, Craigavon

Contract Type: Permanent

Department: Pilgrims Shared Services (PSSL)

Reports To: Head of Record to Report (RTR)

Pilgrims Shared Services (PSSL) brings together the support functions of three leading businesses—Moy Park (excluding France and Netherlands), Pilgrims UK, and Pilgrims Food Masters—to deliver a high-quality, cost-effective shared service model. As we continue to grow, we’re investing in technology and talent to drive efficiencies and create exciting career development opportunities across our organisation.

Pilgrims Shared Services (PSSL) are recruiting for a Senior Manager, Record to Report to join our dedicated Transactional Services team. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across our European business units and maintaining strong governance and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely financial information to key stakeholders, including the Head of RTR, Financial Services Leadership Team, and Pilgrims Pride US.
• Ensure consistency in accounting policies and SOX controls across all business units.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
• Oversee statutory reporting, audits, and HMRC disclosures.
• Manage and develop a team of lead accountants, accountants, and assistant accountants.
• Build and maintain strong relationships between PSSL and the three business units.
• Support the Head of RTR in achieving strategic objectives and performance targets.

What You’ll Need to Have

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a minimum of 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record of leading and developing teams, fostering a positive working environment, and motivating team members.
• Strong ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior BU finance staff, external and internal auditors.
• Willingness and ability to challenge existing processes and practices, and to identify alternative solutions.
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritise workload for both self and team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Why Join Us?

At PSSL, you’ll be part of a growing shared services organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of financial reporting across our European operations and contribute to a culture of excellence.

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