Accounting Supervisor: SOX & Financial Controls

Lear Corporation; Redditch; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lear Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to support the Assistant Financial Controller and Financial Controller in governance and SOX compliance. You will assist in financial reporting, stock valuation and process improvements across the site.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel skills and ERP experience, with emphasis on accurate reporting and internal controls in a fast-paced manufacturing finance environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial accounting, reporting and SOX/internal controls.
• Advanced Excel and strong IT skills for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience with ERP/financial systems (e.g., BPCS, IBM iSeries/AS400).

Responsibilities

• Support SOX compliance reporting, investigations and internal control testing.
• Manage SOX documentation, filing and retention of compliance evidence.
• Lead stock valuation processes including excess/obsolete inventory analysis.
• Manage standard costing for raw materials and finished goods valuation roll-ups.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting including free cash flow forecasting and group submissions.
• Review AP, AR and cash positions, resolving issues and escalating queries.
• Coordinate month-end close, forecast and budget reporting aligned with deadlines.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and drive finance process improvements.

Skills

Cost Accounting

Tax Preparation

Technical Accounting

Ethical Standards And Conduct

Variance Analysis

Accountability

Balancing (Ledger/Billing)

Critical Thinking

Report Writing

Account Analysis

Payroll Processing

Education

ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

BPCS

IBM iSeries/AS400

Job description

Lear Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to support the Assistant Financial Controller and Financial Controller in governance and SOX compliance. You will assist in financial reporting, stock valuation and process improvements across the site.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel skills and ERP experience, with emphasis on accurate reporting and internal controls in a fast-paced manufacturing finance environment.