Operations Financial Controller

Johnson Matthey PLC; Billingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier based in Chilton is seeking an experienced Operations Financial Controller. You will play a critical role in coordinating monthly finance reporting across multiple manufacturing sites, preparing financial insights using SAP and Excel, and supporting efficiency improvements. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with relevant manufacturing finance experience and strong analytical skills. This role promises opportunities for professional development while contributing to sustainable initiatives.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

Life and disability insurance

Commuter allowances

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing finance, ideally within a multisite environment.
• Strong SAP experience and advanced analytical skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly operational finance reporting across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Prepare financial insights, KPIs and dashboards using SAP and Excel.
• Support manufacturing and finance teams to improve cost efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing finance experience

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

SAP experience

Advanced analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Job title: Operations Financial Controller

Location: Chilton

With over 200 years of history, Johnson Matthey is accelerating the transition to net zero.

As an Operations Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role within our corporate and operations finance team, helping us understand production cost drivers across multiple manufacturing sites. This role offers a strong balance of monthly reporting and project work, with exposure to growth initiatives, site expansions and continuous improvement across the CT organisation.

The role:

• Coordinating monthly operational finance reporting across multiple manufacturing sites, including production costs, variances and inventory
• Preparing financial insights, KPIs and dashboards using SAP, Excel and reporting tools
• Supporting manufacturing, site finance teams and Procurement Excellence to improve cost efficiency and profitability
• Challenging and validating financial data from sites and ensuring alignment with group reporting
• Supporting project work related to site expansion, new assets and manufacturing improvement initiatives

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Experience in manufacturing finance, ideally within a multisite environment
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong SAP experience (highly preferred) and advanced analytical/Excel skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building across operations, procurement and site finance
• A proactive, independent approach with the ability to adapt to change and deliver high-quality outputs

What we offer:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.