Business Controller

Bucks Skills Hub; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Milton Keynes is seeking a Business Controller for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves financial oversight, team management, and strategic insights to drive profitability. With a hybrid working model and an excellent benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a dynamic team.

Benefits

Enhanced parental leave

Eligibility to annual bonus scheme

Access to a fantastic loan car scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive pension

4x basic salary life assurance

Qualifications

• CIMA/ACCA Qualified or Finalist, ideally recently qualified or at final stage.
• Attention to detail and passion for ensuring accuracy.
• Commercially minded with awareness of profitability and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Act as Business Controller for Bus, Coach, and Power Solutions.
• Prepare accurate margin analyses and support month-end management accounts.
• Serve as primary point of contact for external audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercially minded

Excellent communicator

Leadership skills

Education

CIMA/ACCA Qualified or Finalist

Job description

This job opportunity has been provided by Reed.co.uk

Business Controller

Company description:

SGB

Job Title: Business Controller

Salary: Starting from £40,000 plus an excellent benefits package

Location: Milton Keynes/ Hybrid

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

• Hybrid working
• Enhanced parental leave
• Eligibility to annual bonus scheme
• Access to a fantastic loan car scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive pension
• 4x basic salary life assurance

A Quote from Fifi Mohd Shah our Head of Finance & Control Sales & Marketing
“This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team where you'll work directly with stakeholders at all levels across a large and dynamic business. The day-to-day role is varied and engaging, offering great exposure and development. It's also an exciting time to join Scania as we continue our transformation into a leading provider of complete, sustainable transport solutions."

In this role you will:

• Act as the Business Controller for Bus, Coach, and Power Solutions, providing financial oversight and strategic insight.
• Daily management of the Bus, Coach and Power Solutions Administration Team.
• Review and assess financial control provisions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Perform complete balance sheet reconciliations to maintain financial integrity and transparency.
• Prepare accurate margin analyses to support profitability reviews and performance evaluation.
• Analyse and compare budgets against projections, identifying any variances.
• Support the preparation of month-end management accounts, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Produce daily reports on order intake, stock levels, and the order book to inform operational decisions.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Bus, Coach, and Power Solutions, delivering key financial insights to drive informed business decisions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, ensuring all required documentation and information is readily available.

About you:

CIMA/ACCA Qualified or Finalist – Ideally recently qualified or at the final stage of qualification.
Attention to detail – possessing a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring accuracy.
Commercially minded - awareness of business opportunities, profitability, and market dynamics, with the ability to make decisions tCIMA or ACCA Qualified/Finalist hat drive financial success.
Excellent communicator – able to clearly communicate with customers and internal colleagues via email and over the phone.
Leadership skills - Motivate and manage the team to deliver high-quality results.

If you’re interested in this role we’d love to hear from you.

Next steps:
1.If you like the sound of this position, please apply today.
2.A member of the Scania Recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application.
3.If you are successful at that stage, you will be invited to have a conversation with the hiring manager.

We understand that every candidate is unique, and we strive to accommodate your needs. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please reach out to our Recruitment Team, we’ll be happy to discuss these with you.