Financial Controller

Multimatic; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company based in Coventry is seeking a senior finance professional to manage financial reporting and lead the finance team. The role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and compliance while providing strategic financial guidance. Ideal candidates should be fully qualified accountants with experience in automotive or manufacturing environments. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. The position is onsite, offering an opportunity for professional growth within a committed team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a senior finance role.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end closure processes.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packs.
• Lead cash flow planning and credit control.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

ERP proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

This job is based onsite, Monday to Friday.

Coventry, UK.

What you'll do:

• Manage the month-end and year-end closure processes accurately and on time.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reporting packs to the Group office.
• Lead cash flow planning, credit control, and working capital management.
• Deliver financial insights and analysis to support senior leadership decision-making.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and identification of risks and opportunities.
• Lead and develop the Finance team, ensuring consistency and excellence in financial operations.
• Oversee project accounting and profitability tracking to support commercial performance.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, providing financial guidance on performance optimisation and cost efficiency.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight to project teams, ensuring accountability and timely delivery of financial objectives.
• Manage statutory reporting, tax compliance, and audit requirements in line with corporate and regulatory standards.
• Champion continuous improvement, strengthen internal controls, and support the evolution of financial systems and processes.
• Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support senior management with scenario planning and financial modelling for future business initiatives.
• Support capital investment processes, including preparation of approval forms and analysis (MIRR, DCF, and payback).
• Serve as a mentor and coach to Finance team members, fostering professional growth and performance excellence.
• Lead or support ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as required.

What we need from you:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar senior finance role, preferably within an automotive, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to meet challenging deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems.
• Proactive, professional, and positive approach to work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective leadership qualities, with experience managing and motivating high-performing teams.
• Sound decision-making ability, capable of operating effectively in complex or ambiguous situations.
• Advanced IT skills, including strong Microsoft Excel capability; SAP experience is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and commitment to quality.
• Dedicated to supporting business goals, team success, and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally within a dynamic environment.

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If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.