Site Accountant (Temporary)
Department: Finance
Location: Grantham
We’re looking for a Site Accountant (Temporary) to support financial reporting and performance across our Grantham site within the Prepared Foods business.
This is a hands-on role, providing accurate financial insight and partnering with operations to drive efficiency, cost control, and informed decision-making.
What You’ll Do
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Support preparation of weekly and monthly management accounts
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Analyse variances vs budget, forecast and prior periods
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Produce and review site KPIs and performance reporting
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Support budgeting and forecasting processes
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Ensure strong financial controls, including SOx compliance and stock management
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Reconcile balance sheets and support audit requirements
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Provide financial insight to site leadership and wider business stakeholders
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Drive improvements in financial processes and reporting
What You’ll Bring
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Part-qualified or qualified by experience (CIMA / ACCA / AAT)
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Strong experience in management accounts and financial reporting
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Excellent Excel and analytical skills
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Experience in manufacturing or FMCG finance (desirable)
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SAP/ERP experience (desirable)
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.
