Location: Leamington Spa
Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centres in North America, the U.K. and India.
You’ll be working within a refreshing, team-focused, rewarding culture and a 4½ day standard working week, responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of all financial and management information across the business. If this is your type of challenge, carry on reading and apply below.
Personal Profile and Experience
Do you enjoy working on fast-paced projects, applying your engineering skills to a wide variety of technologies and applications, whilst challenging yourself every day?
In the role of Finance Controller, you’ll be expected to use strong financial controls and process, alongside a robust structure and approach to both management and project accounting, whilst understanding the flexibility required for a growing company within a larger Group.
You will ensure the effective and best use of internal finance resources to deliver the highest quality internal service to the business, aiding decision making and future direction. You will have ownership of budgeting, forecasting and driving the involvement of Finance throughout the business.
What you will need
- Qualified or QBE – CIMA/ACCA
- Experience in a consultancy or similar business
- Project accounting understanding
- High level of Excel capability
- Sage 200 experience desirable
- Ability to deal with all levels of staff including engineers
What we can offer
An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with
A people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients.
A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business.
- Royal London Pension (salary sacrifice)
- Health Insurance (upon completion of probation period)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- 37.5 hour (4 ½ day) standard work week
- A flexible hybrid working arrangement
- EV Car Scheme (upon completion of probation period)
Key Responsibilities
- Monthly Management and Project Accounts for both the US and UK business
- Preparation of Operational Board reporting for UK and US performance on a monthly basis
- Monthly attendance at project WIP meetings and ownership of project accounting
- Development of Finance project involvement from bids/tenders to completion
- Annual budget and quarterly forecasting process, development of rolling forecasts
- Development and implementation of financial accounting and controls within the business, ensuring consistency across the group where applicable
- Responsible for Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll alongside three team members, to include management and development
- Support tax planning for the UK and US businesses, with particular focus around R&D
- Statutory Accounts preparation alongside all other statutory submissions co-ordinating with the external Auditors where necessary
- Year end Audit
- Assisting in the development and progression of Business Support throughout the business
- Supporting the US Finance Team and MD on an ad-hoc basis
- Managing an effective and efficient day to day operation in Finance
- Continue to develop and integrate DSD Finance Dept with counterparts at parent Company.
- Review and update Company Policy’s where applicable
General Responsibilities
- Taking responsibility for your own continual development
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
- Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
- Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
- Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
- Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
- Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
- Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
At Drive System Design we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse team drives innovation and helps us deliver the best solutions to our customers.
We strive to create a recruitment process that is accessible to all, and we are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support candidates with different needs. If you have any specific requirements or would like to disclose anything that may help us to ensure a positive experience during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
 Your application and any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We look forward to welcoming talented individuals from all backgrounds to join DSD!
DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.
