Treasury Assistant

Sofina Foods Europe; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Life Assurance Scheme

Online Benefits Hub

Referral programme

Job summary

Sofina Foods is seeking a Treasury Assistant in Leeds to support the day-to-day treasury function, including bank reconciliations, payments, cash management, and intercompany transfers.

You will work with the wider Finance team to ensure accurate cash movements and timely banking activities, contributing to process improvements and efficient financial operations.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a finance environment, ideally with experience in Treasury, cash management, or banking.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Previous SAP experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile UK bank accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Process banking payments and ensure transactions are completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Manage intercompany transfers and ensure transactions are correctly recorded.
• Support with cash forecasting and management of bank balances.
• Support with foreign currency requirements and other treasury activities.
• Maintain accurate treasury records and provide information for reporting and analysis.
• Liaise with internal teams and banking contacts to resolve queries and payment issues.
• Ensure treasury processes are completed in line with company policies and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve treasury processes and efficiency.
• Provide wider support to the Finance team as required.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive approach

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

SAP

Job description

Summary

Support the Treasury function with the accurate and timely management of bank accounts, payments, cash movements, and intercompany transactions across the business.

The Role

Sofina Foods Ltd is looking for a Treasury Assistant to join our team in Leeds. This role will provide support across the day-to-day Treasury function, with responsibility for bank account reconciliations, banking payments, cash management, and intercompany transfers.

Summary

Support the Treasury function with the accurate and timely management of bank accounts, payments, cash movements, and intercompany transactions across the business.

The Role

Sofina Foods Ltd is looking for a Treasury Assistant to join our team in Leeds. This role will provide support across the day-to-day Treasury function, with responsibility for bank account reconciliations, banking payments, cash management, and intercompany transfers.

Working closely with the wider Finance team, you will help ensure cash movements and banking activities are processed accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to develop their career within Treasury.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile UK bank accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Process banking payments and ensure transactions are completed accurately and within deadlines
• Manage intercompany transfers and ensure transactions are correctly recorded
• Support with cash forecasting and management of bank balances
• Support with foreign currency requirements and other treasury activities
• Maintain accurate treasury records and provide information for reporting and analysis
• Liaise with internal teams and banking contacts to resolve queries and payment issues
• Ensure treasury processes are completed in line with company policies and controls
• Identify opportunities to improve treasury processes and efficiency
• Provide wider support to the Finance team as required

The Ideal Candidate

• AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent
• Previous experience in a finance environment, ideally with experience in Treasury, cash management, or banking
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Previous SAP experience would be advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement
• Comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive rates
• Online Benefits Hub
• Life Assurance Scheme
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Health & wellbeing programme

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, 8 Hour Shift, Day Shift

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods