Turn financial insight into operational improvements at a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing site
Role Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Operations Accountant (Maternity Cover) to join our Finance team at our Cookstown site on a fixed-term basis. Reporting to the Site Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, cost analysis and operational insight that supports business performance and decision-making.
This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant or aspiring finance professional to gain hands-on experience in operational finance within a leading FMCG business, working closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams.
Key Duties
- Produce weekly and monthly financial and sales reports that support operational and commercial decision-making.
- Deliver accurate month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments and stock adjustments.
- Complete stock reconciliations, investigate variances and support strong financial controls.
- Analyse departmental costs, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide insight into production, transport, storage and utility costs to support operational performance.
- Review purchase orders to ensure accurate coding and compliance with company procedures.
- Support month-end close activities, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved.
- Contribute to financial analysis, reporting projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
- Part-qualified CIMA, or working towards a recognised accounting qualification.
- Comfortable producing and analysing financial data using Excel and other business systems.
- Experienced in managing multiple tasks and delivering to deadlines.
- Confident investigating data, identifying trends and communicating findings clearly.
- Interested in operational finance within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
- Collaborative and able to build effective working relationships across different functions.
- Organised, detail-focused and committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy.
- Familiar with SAP, Anaplan or Hellenic systems (desirable but not essential).
Why Join Us?
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your operational finance experience while working closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams. You'll gain exposure to manufacturing finance, cost analysis and business partnering, while contributing to projects that improve performance and efficiency. As part of the wider Sofina Foods business, you'll also benefit from ongoing learning and future career development opportunities.
About Sofina
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.
With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.
At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.
Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation
Junior Operations Accountant (Maternity Cover) in Cookstown employer: Sofina Foods Europe
Sofina Foods is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work environment at our South Quay site. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive training, and opportunities for personal growth in the food manufacturing industry, ensuring that our team members feel valued and empowered in their roles. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that takes pride in delivering high-quality fish products while enjoying a positive work culture.
