Job Description
Join a fast-paced food manufacturing site where finance drives real operational impact.
At Pilgrim's Europe, we're looking for an Operations Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting site performance, driving efficiency, and partnering with operations to deliver results. This is more than a reporting role – it's about being on the factory floor, understanding the numbers behind the process, and influencing change.
Location - Bromborough
Food Manufacturing - Finance
Contract Type - Permanent, Full-time, Office-Based (no hybrid options)
What you'll be doing
As a key member of the site finance team, you will:
- Act as the finance lead for operational performance, working closely with production teams to drive efficiencies and improve output
- Develop and enhance operational finance tools, including variance analysis and performance tracking
- Attend and contribute to daily Tier 1 and yield meetings, bringing financial insight to operational decisions
- Partner with Operational Excellence teams to identify improvement opportunities and track delivery of projects
- Lead the costing process for new and existing products, supporting pricing decisions with senior site leadership
- Deliver weekly forecasts and performance analysis, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Investigate variances, identify root causes, and provide clear, actionable insights
- Support budgeting and reforecasting processes
- Take ownership of the CAPEX process, including asset tracking and payback analysis
- Support the preparation of weekly and monthly accounts
What we're looking for
- We're keen to hear from candidates who thrive in a food manufacturing or FMCG environment, and enjoy working closely with operations.
- Studying towards CIMA or ACCA (minimum Management level or equivalent)
- Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG finance role
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP desirable)
- Ability to work at pace, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities
- A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Confident communicator, able to influence stakeholders across the site
Why join Pilgrim's Europe?
You'll be part of a business where people make the difference — working in a collaborative, driven environment that values accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Opportunity to work closely with operations and influence real business performance
- Exposure to a fast-paced, high-volume food manufacturing environment
- Career development and progression opportunities within a large, growing business
- A culture that encourages ownership, practical thinking, and delivering results
- Supportive team environment with strong cross-functional collaboration
Ready to make an impact?
If you're looking for a role where you can step out from behind the numbers and into the operation, influence performance, and grow your career in food manufacturing finance — we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of a team that's driving performance where it matters most.
