Business Controller Assistant for UK&I

3 weeks ago

Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom CooperCompanies Full time

Job Title: Assistant Business Controller (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Department: Finance

Location: Delta Park, Fareham

GLS: P3

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30-4:30 (hybrid)

A Brighter Future Awaits You

CooperVision stands as a premier manufacturer of soft contact lenses, with operations spanning over 100 countries. Joining CooperVision means contributing to the enhancement of daily vision for individuals worldwide. Our mission transcends the production of contact lenses; it revolves around empowering lens wearers with the freedom and confidence to navigate their daily lives. We are dedicated to fostering bright futures for both our employees and our customers.

At CooperVision, we prioritize a culture of belonging. Every contribution is valued, which is why we emphasize inclusion and diversity. This commitment is not merely a moral obligation; it is integral to optimizing our company's potential. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and engaging workplace, supported by our Employee Resource Groups that provide a safe space for personal and professional growth. Be yourself, and together, let's achieve remarkable outcomes.

Job Summary – What to Expect:

In the role of Assistant Business Controller, you will collaborate closely with the Business Controller for UK&I and GKA, ensuring the precision of commercial financial statements and related entries across various functions, including Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, payroll, tax, and treasury, as managed by the UK Shared Service Centre. This role is highly visible and hands-on, necessitating a robust commercial understanding and business acumen.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting the Business Controller in preparing the Budget and Quarterly Forecasts, showcasing financial performance and market outlook, while elucidating customer, channel, product, and market drivers.
  • Engaging in the revenue forecasting cycle, spearheading weekly flash reports, monthly, and quarterly planning rounds in collaboration with the Markets & Sales Operations teams, utilizing analytics and processes to enhance understanding of revenue and gross margin dynamics.
  • Supporting the Business Controller in the design, testing, and implementation of the Oracle system within the UK&I market.
  • Ensuring that effective risk management and control frameworks are established.
  • Leading strategic projects within the market, including ERP and finance transformation initiatives, and managing local change management plans.
  • Taking the lead on projects or business support areas at a regional level, as necessary.
  • Guaranteeing compliance with internal controls.
  • Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of Country results in accordance with US GAAP.
  • Monitoring and forecasting cash flow accurately.
  • Proposing strategies to enhance overall P&L and overseeing the implementation of projects endorsed by the market leadership team.
  • Supporting special projects that facilitate management decision-making.
  • Communicating financial results effectively, ensuring Corporate & Regional Finance teams comprehend key cost drivers, and developing insights that promote optimal decision-making and enhanced value.
  • Delivering consistent reports and analyses of financial results to support the timely and accurate monthly close process and functional management reviews.
  • Participating in special projects that drive management decision-making.
  • Assisting with Internal Audits.

A comprehensive job description is available upon request.

About You:

Are you a qualified accountant with a strategic mindset and the capability to challenge conventional practices? Do you excel in driving change and possess exceptional interpersonal skills? If so, we would be eager to connect with you.

Experience & Education:

  • Proven excellence in planning, implementing, and co-managing projects across multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong presence and comfort in collaborating with business leaders to build a case and recommend actions.
  • Ability to provide and communicate high-quality advice supporting the preparation of business cases and deals.
  • Direct, hands-on experience in creating, tracking, and controlling actual, forecast, and budget metrics, with a relentless curiosity to identify opportunities for business benefit.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze actual versus planned results and summarize underlying drivers of variances, providing clear and concise interpretations of results to management.
  • Qualified Accountant or equivalent business finance qualification.

What We Offer:

You will receive competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package, including 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, healthcare coverage, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform for mental health and wellbeing support, a discounted contact lens scheme, and much more.

We are dedicated to our employees' personal and professional development, offering extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual reach their full potential. To achieve our goals, we will provide you with everything you need to succeed.

Additionally, we offer access to LinkedIn Learning to facilitate your career development and growth within CooperVision.

What You Can Expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you will be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global organization. We recognize the importance of fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, understanding how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. Through our CooperPride, African Descent, Women's Impact Network, and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups, we provide opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe environment.

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