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??Location - AndoverWorking Hours - Monday to FridayAt Pilgrim's Europe, we deliver business success through our people — and finance plays a critical role in driving performance, profitability and strategic decision-making across our sites.Due to an internal promotion, we are now looking for a commercially focused Site Accountant to join our Andover leadership team. This is a key role responsible for leading the site finance function, providing insight and challenge to operational and commercial teams, and ensuring robust financial control in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.If you are motivated to Be the Best and thrive in a hands-on, site-based role, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.The RoleAs Site Accountant, you will be a core member of the site leadership team, owning all aspects of financial performance and control while partnering closely with operations and commercial teams to drive profitability.Key Responsibilities:Lead, manage and develop the onsite finance teamOwn all site financial reporting to internal and external stakeholdersProduce accurate weekly and monthly P&Ls with meaningful commentary and insightsDeliver detailed variance analysis against budget and prior yearOwn and reconcile the site balance sheet, safeguarding company assetsEnsure compliance with SOX controls and internal audit requirementsManage daily and weekly KPIs, forecasts and month-end reportingSupport and challenge labour and overhead spend controlBusiness partner with commercial teams on costings, pricing models and inflation recoveryLead site budgeting and forecasting processesSupport cost centre owners to understand and influence financial performanceOversee Capex processes including approvals, cashflow forecasting and post-completion reviewsDrive continuous improvement across cost, margin, systems and performanceThis role requires strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence at all levels of the business.What We're Looking ForQualified Accountant (CIMA preferred)Experience in a site-based food manufacturing finance roleStrong commercial and operational finance backgroundProven team management experienceAdvanced Excel skills and strong PowerPoint capabilityStrong SAP knowledge and system expertiseExcellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsProactive, energetic and change-driven mindsetYou will be confident in challenging performance, influencing decisions and translating financial data into clear, actionable insights.Our ValuesOur values guide everything we do at Pilgrim's Europe:Determination – We deliver results and take ownershipOwnership – We see the big picture and act decisivelyDiscipline – We execute with focus and integritySimplicity – We focus on practical, clear solutionsHumility & Sincerity – We listen, respect and communicate openlyAvailability – We are open, responsive and ready to step upWe are looking for someone who embodies these values and can lead by example.Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?Competitive salaryPension schemeLife assuranceEmployee benefits and discount platformOngoing professional development opportunitiesExposure to senior leadership and commercial decision-makingCareer progression within a leading European food businessA collaborative, values-led cultureThe opportunity to influence real operational performance on siteReady to Drive Financial Performance?If you are a commercially astute finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to play a key role in shaping site performance, we want to hear from you.Apply today and join Pilgrim's Europe at Andover to help us continue delivering business success through our people.JBRP1_UKTJ