Job Title: Controls & Compliance Accountant
Company: AB World Foods
Job Location: Leigh
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Category: Finance
What are we about?
At AB World Foods we have a proud history of growth and success.
What's the role about?
Internal Controls & Financial Reporting:
* Support the business in the effective adoption and ongoing review of internal controls.
* Coordinate the annual completion of the ABF Financial Control Framework Questionnaire.
* Liaise closely with Internal Audit to ensure timely resolution and closure of any audit findings.
Non-Financial Reporting (NFR)
* Represent Finance on the newly established NFR Steering Group, helping to design and roll out required governance across the wider Group.
Compliance (ABC & Data Protection)
* Provide finance oversight on data integrity and reporting accuracy, working closely with the Financial Controller to ensure robust, consistent processes.
* Support the business on Anti-Bribery & Corruption (ABC) and Data Protection (DP) compliance, including attending quarterly ABF Group update calls.
* Drive awareness and promote compliance standards across the business through communication and engagement activities.
Reporting & Controls Team Responsibilities
* Review and coordinate several international VAT returns (including Poland, Ireland, Canada and Germany) in partnership with external tax specialists.
* Support various Employment Tax compliance activities, working alongside HR to ensure processes are robust and aligned with Group requirements.
* Prepare tax submissions to Group and provide best‑practice guidance to international hubs.
* Support the period‑end reporting process as required, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
* Contribute to broader team priorities and continuous improvement within the Reporting & Controls function.
* Participate in a variety of ad‑hoc and change‑driven projects, such as UK SOX readiness, technical accounting updates, and new business set‑ups.
How will you stand out?
This individual will:
* be a Qualified Accountant or passed finalist (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
* have the ability to communicate compliance issues in an accessible manner
* be organised and proactive
* be able to build strong relationships and challenge effectively
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