ABOUT US

Tate & Lyle is on a journey of change, inspired by our purpose of Transforming Lives through the Science of Food. Today, we are a global leader in sweetening, texture and fortification products that remove calories and add fibre. Customers use our innovations to create healthier, tastier food and drink for billions of consumers. Across the world, we are unlocking the curiosity and courage in our people – to foster a truly experimental culture and create a tech-enabled, more agile, risk-ready operation. Join us to play your part in growing our business and its positive impact on communities, society and the planet.

Tate & Lyle Global Shared Services Centre in Łódź is the principal location for handling the business support activities and processes for Tate & Lyle, both transactional as well as value-added business partnering support. Starting operations in 2011 with less than 50 people, we now have over 350 employees supporting operations globally. We have 30 teams operating in Łódź to provide service in the areas of Finance, Customer Service, Procurement, HR/People Services, and IS/IT

ROLE PURPOSE

The Accounting & Reporting Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing the general accounting processes for the Americas region. This role is crucial in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, delivering insightful analysis, and supporting strategic decision-making through effective business partnering.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team dedicated to managing the financial performance of Tate & Lyle's Americas region. The role involves guiding a team to provide precise and timely financial information, which is essential for understanding and managing the business effectively.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead and manage Financial Reporting and Business Partnering team, including assigning tasks, setting performance goals, conducting performance reviews, and providing training and development opportunities to ensure team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.

• Responsible for financial analysis delivery by managing a team that executes accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis for the region.

• Partner with senior stakeholders in regions to enable effective and timely performance control.

• Oversee the Month-End Close process, ensuring proper cost allocation and process adherence.

• Challenge the status quo and propose alternative solutions to drive efficiency.

• Professionally coach individuals and improve team capabilities.

• Develop and manage the team, contributing to their individual career development and growth aspirations.

• Take full accountability for all balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.

• Support the preparation of statutory accounts.

• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure that all financial data is accurately recorded and reported within the required timelines.

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the Financial Reporting & Business Partnering function.

• Monitor and manage the performance of the team’s processes through KPIs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ensure that all financial reporting processes comply with internal controls, company policies, and external regulations, including maintaining proper documentation for audit support.

• Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and address any issues that arise.

• Present analytical findings to senior management.

• Work closely with other finance teams, such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, Tax, and FP&A.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Drive end-to-end standard processes.

• Manage projects related to R2R processes and search for process improvements to increase service levels and competitiveness in the market.

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PERFORANCE MEASURES

• Ensuring that daily operations are carried out efficiently and effectively.

• Team performance against KPIs (key performance indicators), such as accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency metrics, stakeholder feedback

• Identifying the needs of customers and responding with appropriate actions to build long-term relationships.

• Ensuring that team members are clearly focused on their objectives and motivating the team and individuals to achieve them.

• Effectiveness in mentoring and developing team members.

• Fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Being energetic in pursuing business objectives and opportunities for improvement, and tenacious in overcoming difficulties.

• Clearly analysing complex data or problems to develop a clear understanding of priorities and achieve the desired result.

• Planning and implementing changes to processes and services based on original ideas and the input of others.

• Implementation of process improvements that enhance efficiency, save time or costs, and reduce manual effort.

• Understanding formal and informal decision-making processes and structures to influence and persuade others.

• Ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.

• Effectiveness in communicating with stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and discrepancies, providing business insight.

• Positive feedback from internal and external stakeholders regarding the quality and timeliness of financial information or implemented projects and initiatives.

• Achieving positive internal and external audit results.

LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Mathematics

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA or CIMA) or international equivalent is beneficial

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of best-practice experience in Accounting or Finance roles

• Experience in SAP (BW/HFM desired)

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis.

• Experience of managing a team

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SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Very good command of English, both verbal and in writing.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Ability to work to tight deadlines.

• Ability to work with senior stakeholders in a professional manner.

• Strong excel skills as a must.

• Data visualization experience beneficial.

• System knowledge (SAP & HFM) would be an important asset.

• Ability to simplify / improve processes.

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

• Ability to prioritize and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide, we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the flexible working policy, hybrid working model & competitive salary we offer:
 

• Extensive development opportunities and programs (vertical & horizontal promotions, foreign assignments, projects, broad range of internal & external training)
• Private medical care, including dental care
• MyBenefit Platform, including Multisport
• Lunch subsidy
• Work from home benefits package
• Languages assistance program
• Personal trainer
• Life Insurance
• LinkedIn Learning Platform access
• Employee Assistance Program (an online platform to support your well-being) and Mental Wellness University
• Possibility to participate in various programs & projects, including activities in Charity Team, First Aid Team, Emergency Team, Active Team and Eco Team
• Last but not least: Work in a welcoming, stimulating, and energetic environment where you can unleash your potential
   

At Tate & Lyle, we are committed to all our employees being seen, heard, and valued and thus, we value the contributions of people with unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.