Assistant Financial Controller – Automotive Manufacturing

Lear Corporation; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and analysis. In this role, you will prepare management reports, conduct month-end processes, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and support the finance team. Candidates should possess at least five years’ experience in a financial role, be proficient in BPCS and Microsoft Excel, and ideally have automotive manufacturing experience. This full-time position offers growth opportunities within a diverse team.

Benefits

Access to Learning and development opportunities

Opportunities to give back to the community

Meaningful work that makes a difference

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a financial role required.
• BPCS experience is preferred.
• Manufacturing or automotive experience beneficial.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel necessary.
• CIMA or ACCA qualification or part qualification expected.
• Experience in month end reporting is essential.
• Forecast preparation capability required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of management reports including forecast vs actual.
• Run month end process including accruals for various issues.
• Assist in corporate and internal reporting ensuring adherence.
• Prepare and load financial data into HFM system.
• Manage fixed assets and year-end audit requirements.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and ensure integrity.
• Support accounts assistant and management accountant.

Skills

5 years experience in a financial role

BPCS experience

Manufacturing or Automotive experience

Microsoft Excel Advanced

CIMA or ACCA part qualified or actively studying

Month end reporting experience

Forecast preparation experience

Job description

A leading automotive technology company in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting and analysis. In this role, you will prepare management reports, conduct month-end processes, manage balance sheet reconciliations, and support the finance team. Candidates should possess at least five years’ experience in a financial role, be proficient in BPCS and Microsoft Excel, and ideally have automotive manufacturing experience. This full-time position offers growth opportunities within a diverse team.