Finance Business Partner

2 weeks ago

Southampton, United Kingdom CooperCompanies Full time

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Finance Business Partner

LOCATION : Hamble/Hybrid

WORKING HOURS : Monday - Friday, 0830 - 1630

A brighter future awaits you

At CooperVision, we are proud to be the global leader in contact lenses. At our innovative sites worldwide, we manufacture and distribute contact lenses to some of the biggest names in optics. We're all about creating brighter futures for our customers, our wearers and our people.

What can you expect from us as an employer? Well, we like to look at things a little differently. We call it bringing a refreshing perspective. And for every one of us who works here, it means our opinion really counts, we get to share our ideas, and we get to make an impact.

We're big on belonging. Because being part of something great is what makes our company the best it can be. And we value diversity, because you can see a whole lot more when you have different perspectives. We're an ambitious company. And to help us achieve our goals, we'll give you all you need to achieve yours.

What will you be doing:

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for our UK Manufacturing sites in Hamble and Chandlers Ford. Working in a fast paced environment, you will looking after a small team reporting direct in to the UK Manufacturing Financial Controller. You will also be acting as their deputy as necessary and will be the lead accountant supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations in all aspects of financial reporting.

The post holder will also be expected to drive continuous improvement by way of looking for opportunities to reduce costs and advising senior manufacturing management of these ideas. You will be expected to provide forward forecasting through regular forcasting reviews as well as internal and external auditors.

Job Summary:

Working in a dynamic, fast paced environment, you will be joining a dedicated and friendly team of professionals supporting the manufacturing organisation within CooperVision UK, based in Hamble. The role includes line management of a small team and reports to the UK Manufacturing Financial Controller, acting as their deputy as necessary and is the lead accountant supporting the UK Manufacturing Operations in all aspects of manufacturing financial reporting.

Essential responsibilities:
  • Drive business improvement through effective monitoring and insight on business performance and the cost to manufacture.
  • Responsibility for the delivery of all activities required by the different Business Unit functions on a monthly basis to deliver accurate, timely and appropriate management accounts.
  • Delivery of annual and quarterly budgets and forecasts for all Business Unit production costs, effectively managing the process and output to corporate timetables.
  • Drive continuous improvement of our manufacturing accounting by providing expert advice and challenge to current processes and practice.
  • To act as interface and subject matter expert for UK manufacturing accounting with Global Business Process Team.
  • To support the organisation in delivering its Business Improvement Plans, undertaking an active role in a variety of projects and activities designed to deliver against the company's goals and objectives.
  • Act as deputy to UK Manufacturing Financial Director when necessary.
  • Management and development of the team of Business Unit Accountants to ensure their ongoing training and development.
  • An active member of a business unit, to provide financial support to the Business Unit Director and management team supporting decision making and ensuring an understanding of the financial consequences.
  • To ensure all inventories are controlled and recorded in accordance with group accounting policies, including the generation and use of standard costs.
  • Undertake the usual range of transactional accounting activities such as journal and balance sheet preparation and approvals of documents for team.
  • To ensure compliance with the company's internal policies on financial controls and to support internal and external audits as required.
Travel Requirements :
  • Some travel to Chandlers Ford and Hamble, but no more than a day or two per month. The role is Hybrid and will likely be on site 3 days per week.
What are we looking for?
  • Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)
  • A high level of computer literacy is required, especially in the use of integrated financial databases and costing systems.
  • Accomplished user of MS Office with advanced Excel skills
In addition, you'll have experience in:
  • Minimum 5 years accounting experience
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a leadership role
  • Experience of working in a manufacturing environment would highly desirable
  • Experience in the financial management of inventory would be preferable
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley Act
What we offer

You'll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; bonus, 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your brighter future and apply today. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

What is important to us

Our four values define and underpin our unique culture; we are dedicated, we are inventive, we are friendly, and we are partners. Becoming part of the CooperVision family means joining a friendly team that's open, flexible, and respectful of each other's differences, working together to achieve something amazing.

Recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of employees is core to our success. It helps bring different perspectives, diverse conversations, and new ideas to the table, all of which are incredibly valuable.

At CooperVision we celebrate, not only our company success, but we celebrate who we all are individually, and we embrace diversity. We support and we encourage you to bring your full self and not just part of you. We are committed to each individual and we look forward to a Brighter Future together.

About Us

CooperVision is a global leader in the contact lens industry, dedicated to helping improve the way people see every day. Achieving that goal takes the collaboration of team members with wide-ranging skills; from scientists and researchers, to manufacturing and operations experts, to sales and marketing professionals.

At CooperVision, our effort to improve lives begins with our employees. We are committed to developing people as a key global differentiator and our most important asset. We empower employees to succeed, rewarding great thinking and hard work with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and with a special focus on wellness. Our commitment to our core values and a diverse, inclusive, employee-centric culture fuel a deeply engaged, high performing organization.

CooperVision employees pride themselves on being proactive, innovative, flexible and friendly. That's a strong reflection of our corporate culture-and part of the reason CooperVision may be a great workplace for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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