Finance Business Partner

1 month ago

Leeds, United Kingdom Cox Automotive Full time

About Cox Automotive

Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., an Atlanta-based company with revenues of $18 billion and approximately 60,000 employees.

The automotive industry is changing. Better manufacturing, evolving brand loyalty and more lease/buy options than ever are shaping consumer demand and seller behaviour leading to impending unprecedented volumes of used vehicle inventory. That’s where Cox Automotive comes in. 

We have more than 33,000 team members in 200 locations and is partner to more than 40,000 auto dealers, as well as most major automobile manufacturers, and engaging consumer car buyers with the most recognized media brands in the industry. 

Closer to home, Cox Automotive Europe is driving the digital transformation of defleet, remarketing and retail operations for our manufacturer, fleet and dealer customers in continental Europe, ROI and the UK.

We work in partnership with our customers to provide solutions that improve performance and profitability throughout the vehicle lifecycle today, and to innovate and prepare for the opportunities of tomorrow.

As part of Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive service organisation, we’re transforming the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses vehicles.

Finance at Cox Automotive Europe

Cox Automotive is organised across 5 solution sets each made up of different companies and brands.  Our people work across a matrix organisation and the finance department sits in Corporate Services; a core support function across Europe.  This enables the finance department to work closely together as a team, supporting the business in the most effective manner possible.

The finance team has responsibility for maintaining the financial records of the business, ensuring appropriate controls and governance measures are in place to minimise risk as well as providing in depth managing reporting and analytics to drive business decisions.  The finance team work closely with Cox Automotive US to provide financial and management information as well as alignment of policies and controls.

Further, the Finance team is core to the delivery of strategic change, providing support and challenge through business partnering with all of the business units and functions in the group.

Objectives for the role:

  • You will be a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Reporting and Accounting Specialist to support our Retail Solutions businesses and Technology function.
  • This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and providing insightful financial analysis to drive strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the Retail Solutions and Technology divisions.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
  • Variance Analysis: Conduct detailed variance analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
  • Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with internal policies and external regulations, including GAAP/IFRS standards.
  • Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations of accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
  • Quarterly Audit Files: Prepare quarterly audit files to support internal and external audit processes.
  • Internal Capitalisation: Manage internal capitalisation in line with accounting standards.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and accounting operations.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Sales, and Operations, to support financial planning and analysis.
  • Ad Hoc Reporting: Provide ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required by senior management.

Skills & Experience:

  • Education: Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA). 
  • Experience: Proven experience in a similar role focused on financial control and reporting, ideally within a technology business. 
  • Skills: Strong analytical and financial modeling skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels. 
  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems). Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus. 
  • Personal Attributes: Proactive, results-oriented, and able to work independently. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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We do not accept unsolicited agency CV's sent to the recruitment team or directly to the hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CV's.

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