Overview
This position is ideal for a first time mover from practice seeking an opportunity to showcase their expertise in the Manufacturing sector. Based in Coventry, the successful candidate will be integral to the Accounting & Finance department, driving strategic decisions through detailed financial analysis.
Client Details
Our client is a large organisation within the Manufacturing field, with a broad international presence. They are known for producing high-quality products and are committed to continuous improvement, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
Description
- Coordinate with functional areas of the business on projects involving new ventures and one-off transactions to identify and develop solutions for technical accounting issues;
- Support the preparation of the more technically complex areas of the group financial statements;
- Utilising financial reporting tools, primarily Hyperion Financial Management and SAP, and automation to drive efficiencies in the preparation and review process;
- Engage with key stakeholders to plan the month, quarter and year-end consolidation and reporting process; ensuring delivery of the plan to tight deadlines and seeking potential opportunities for improvements;
- Using commerciality and professional scepticism to understandand challenge financial reporting produced by the subsidiaries and UK business functions;
- Proactively designing, developing and improving controls and processes and liaising with Business Assurance, Internal Audit and the external auditors to ensure the relevant requirements are met in an efficient and effective manner;
- Being a key contact for the parent company’s financial reporting team and external auditors, ensuring deliverables are provided on time and queries are dealt with;
- Drafting sections of quarterly financial reporting papers for presentation to the Audit Committee, Disclosure Committee and the Board;
- Preparation and presentation of monthly close performance metrics and key issues to the stakeholders and Senior Leadership Team members, continually seeking ways to improve the quality and relevance of metrics and drive resolution of issues.
Profile
- A qualified professional (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) capable of numerical analysis
- Proficiency in use of MS office
- Strong communication skills
- Strong team management skills
- Experience in multinational companies
- Automotive or manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
Job Offer
- An estimated salary range of £50,000 – £60,000 dependent on experience plus excellent package
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Hybrid working
