Junior Finance Controller

Orona Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vertical transportation company in Sheffield seeks a Junior Finance Controller to support finance operations through reporting and data management. Responsibilities include month-end close support, audit assistance, and processing accounts payable. The ideal candidate has finance experience, strong organizational skills, and is proficient in Excel. Join a collaborative team in a growing company focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Assist in preparing and reviewing financial reports.
• Provide input for audit processes to ensure compliance.
• Maintain and update finance reports for decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close activities.
• Process invoices and reconcile statements.
• Manage billing and reconciliation with group entities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar

Experience in finance, accounting, or internship

Tools

SAP

Job description

Orona is a leading European business group in sustainable vertical transportation. As a global operator with almost 60 years’ experience, it delivers value for customers through its platform of products and services covering the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, modernization, refurbishment and replacement of lifts and escalators in all market segments.

Its vertical transportation solutions encompass innovative, pragmatic and state-of-the-art technologies; giving the highest level of safety, and optimises traffic management, available space, and travel comfort.

Our cooperative business model is committed to people. Its team is composed of 5,700 employees, operating in 12 European countries, supplying complete lifts, escalators, and components to more than 100 countries throughout the world.

Orona in the UK provides a national installation and service coverage from its regional offices. Nearly 300 full time employees make up the UK team, providing a wealth of skill, knowledge and local market experience.

1 out of every 10 new lifts in Europe is an Orona lift

100 countries have Orona products installed

300,000 lifts worldwide with Orona technology

25,000,000 We bring more than 25 million people every day to their destination

Number 1 in production capacity in Europe for complete lifts

1st company in the sector worldwide certified in Ecodesign - ISO 14006.

More information at www.orona.co.uk

ORONA’s activities are focused on the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, and modernisation of lifts, escalators, moving ramps and walkways. Operating in 100 countries, we have 330,000 lifts worldwide using our technology. With 2 manufacturing plants Orona is Number 1 in Europe in terms of complete lift production capacity.

As a Junior Finance Controller, you’ll play a vital part in our finance operations—supporting the business through insightful reporting, accurate data, and collaborative teamwork. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to the full finance lifecycle, including month-end and year-end processes.

• Month-End Close Support – Assist in preparing and reviewing financial reports to ensure timely, accurate month-end close activities.
• Audit Support – Provide key input to both interim and annual audit processes, supporting compliance and transparency.
• Operational Reporting – Maintain and update weekly/monthly finance reports to aid decision-making.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight – Process invoices, reconcile statements, and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Intercompany Reconciliations – Help manage billing and reconciliation across Orona Group entities.
• Financial Systems & Data Entry – Ensure our ERP (SAP) system is up to date with precise financial data.
• Some prior experience or a strong internship in finance, accounting, or a similar role
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confident working in Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, can-do mindset with a genuine appetite for learning
• Familiarity with SAP is an advantage but not required