Financial Controller - Coventry Tech Center
Location: Coventry, UK
Company Overview
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of more than 165,000 talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks #186 on the Fortune 500.
Position Overview
The Financial Controller will partner with the leadership team to manage financial controls, reporting, and forecasting for the Coventry Technical Centre. This role also involves managing a team of six direct reports and supporting their professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Finance and Management teams to support the Technical Centre.
- Ensure timely and accurate corporate and internal financial reporting.
- Manage month-end processes, variance analysis, and financial forecasting.
- Prepare and present profit & loss, cash flow, and balance sheet reports.
- Oversee key financial KPIs, including Accounts Receivable and Payable.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial controls and business processes.
- Conduct SOX testing and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Work with auditors for year-end and interim audits.
- Develop direct reports and contribute to the succession plan.
- Handle ad hoc tasks as needed.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Proactive, flexible, and a strong team manager.
- Excellent Excel and communication skills.
- Self-motivated with a focus on exceeding internal customer needs.
- Qualified Accountant (required).
- Finance/Business Degree (preferred).
- Experience with BPCS, AS400, automotive industry, and internal audits is a plus.
Why Lear
We offer a fantastic place to work, opportunity to grow and being part of a company who places its people first.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Access to learning and development opportunities
- Opportunities to give back to the community
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.
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