The purpose of the roles will be to: To provide accurate and timely financial information to key stakeholders including the Head of RTR, to the Financial Services Leadership team and Pilgrim's Pride US; Ensuring consistency of accounting policy and Sox controls across the three business units; To meet all key financial reporting requirements including monthly, quarterly & annual reporting; Facilitation of all statutory requirements including audit & assist on HMRC disclosures; Manage a team of lead accountants, accountants and assistant accountants in delivering the reporting requirements; Perform a key role in managing the relationships between the three business units and PSSL; To support the Head of RTR in delivering all targets and objectives. Job Responsibilities Operate with the highest standards of financial integrity, collaborative working and demonstrate each of the company values to a high level Develop and lead a highly motivated finance team, coaching and supporting them to deliver efficiencies while maintaining robust financial governance Assist the Head of RTR in defining strategies, objectives and targets for the supporting team Participate in cross-functional teams to identify and implement projects and initiatives, providing financial advice and appropriate challenge Promote a culture of continuous improvement in delivery of their objectives, particularly in the area of consistency of financial processes across different Business Units Coordinating and delivering the reporting of all required financial information & associated disclosures for the European Business Units to US parent Ensuring accurate financial information for entities in the group consolidation each month Ensuring all inter-co entries are eliminated across a multi-currency environment Ensuring all monthly & quarterly disclosures are complete for the European businesses Co-ordinating and delivering the timing and completion of annual reporting for statutory entities and PSSL Budget process Ensuring all group reporting timetables are met Completion of all statutory audit for entities Completion of statutory accounts for the entities Management and Completion of PSSL Budget Oversee Fixed and Leased assets for all business units Ensuring monthly fixed and leased assets cycle is completed in a timely basis Ensuring assets are capitalised in line with US GAAP & IFRS accounting standards Ensuring support to business units with AUC, Fixed and Leased asset reporting Ensuring SOx compliance across all business units within the assets function Deliver continuous systems improvement across the GL system Work with other RTR business unit leads to review processes and recommend improvements Ability to work from different source systems through to SAP and BPC Highly developed Excel skills Extensive experience of working cross-functionally to review and deliver improvements. Ensuring all required Financial Sox controls are completed on a timely basis To carry out other duties that may reasonably be requested of you to ensure the efficient running of the Pilgrim's Shared Services Financial Services department What You'll Need Essential Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with a minimum 5+ years post-qualification experience Proven track record of leading the developing teams and establishing positive team working environment and motivating team members Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Senior BU finance staff, external & internal auditors Willing and able to challenge existing processes and practices, and to find alternative solutions Self starter ability to work and prioritise workload for self and team Excellent organisational and time management skills A professional and flexible approach with key focus to satisfy stakeholders requirements of European Business Units and US parent SAP experience Strong technical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards Strong interpersonal, planning and presentational skills Advanced IT skills including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Flexible regarding travel requirements Statutory accounts preparation Experience in leading/managing an external audit The company Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets. Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.