Finance Business Partner

Geely Auto UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Medicash

Bike2work scheme

Job summary

Geely Auto UK in Coventry is looking for a qualified accountant to support the Commercial Finance function. You will be responsible for providing financial insight and analysis, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

The ideal candidate has experience in OEM/Distributor environments and strong relationship management skills. In addition to a competitive salary, the role includes 25 days annual leave, a company pension scheme, and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or past finalist with relevant experience.
• Experience within OEM/Distributor or Dealership is desirable.
• Ability to manage relationships with external parties.

Responsibilities

• Completion of Commercial Finance month-end processes.
• Production of financial reports, budgets and forecasts.
• Support Commercial Finance Manager with finance activities.
• Monthly review of financial reports with relevant departments.
• Ensure revenues and costs are accurately recorded.

Skills

Financial analysis

Commercial finance

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree (2:1 or above)

Job description

Job Purpose

Support the Commercial Finance function across LEVC MTech and Geely Auto UK by providing financial business partnering to operational departments, delivering financial insight and analysis to support informed decision-making. Contribute to the accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts, annual financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to support business objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Completion of Commercial Finance month‑end processes to required deadlines.
• Production of financial reports, budgets and forecasts.
• Support Commercial Finance Manager with commercial finance activities.
• Sharing data, information and reporting with Financial Controller and wider business.
• Business partnering operations & support departments as required – reviewing operational processes and controls to enhance financial accuracy and reporting.
• Provide insight into profitability, margins, pricing, and operational efficiency.
• Monthly review of financial reports with relevant departments.
• Supporting with the creation and maintenance of monthly or quarterly campaigns and ensuring accurate accruals are made at month‑end.
• Reconciliations of dealer payments on monthly and quarterly basis, to ensure correct payments are made – working closely with Sales Operations and accounts payable as required.
• Ensure revenues and costs are accurately recorded in line with accounting standards and company policies.
• Reconciliation of month‑end balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with year‑end financial processes, audit requests, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Support finance transformation and system improvement initiatives where applicable.
• Creating and developing finance operating processes and procedures.
• Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure business success.
• Support with other projects as required.

Education, Skills and Personal Characteristics Required

• Qualified accountant or past finalist with relevant experience in this or a similar role.
• Experience within OEM/Distributor or Dealership (Desirable).
• Experience managing relationships with external parties.
• Bachelor's degree (2:1 or above).

What We Offer You Beyond the Salary

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Geely ECOS scheme.
• x6 Life assurance.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
• Medicash.
• Bike2work scheme.

We Are An Equal Opportunities Employer

At Geely Auto UK, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role, we warmly welcome your application.