Global Cost Controls Lead — Hybrid, Data-Driven

Lonza, Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Manchester is seeking a skilled Cost Controller Lead to enhance cost management and operational efficiency. In this role, you will lead a team, facilitate accurate reporting, and drive cost-optimisation initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance and significant experience in a cost-controlling function. This position also offers a hybrid work model, emphasizing an agile and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Agile career opportunities

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace

Hybrid working policy

Tailored benefits for Manchester

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cost controlling or overhead management.
• Strong leadership with team development skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to transform data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary financial contact for cost-related matters.
• Oversee end-to-end cost-controlling activities.
• Lead preparation of overhead reporting for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics

Job description

A leading life sciences company in Manchester is seeking a skilled Cost Controller Lead to enhance cost management and operational efficiency. In this role, you will lead a team, facilitate accurate reporting, and drive cost-optimisation initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance and significant experience in a cost-controlling function. This position also offers a hybrid work model, emphasizing an agile and inclusive culture.