Singer UK - Financial Analyst
Since 2009, our focus - indeed obsession - has been the pursuit of a meticulously restored and reimagined air-cooled Porsche 911. Our lofty objective to distil, enhance and recombine the strands of greatness that have long marked the Porsche 911 as iconic.
Today, the cars we restore to bespoke commission for our global clientele appear in the world's most prestigious global automotive shows and publications.
Singer Vehicle Design is offering you the opportunity to join brilliant people in building this growing and exciting business.
The Company
Singer Vehicle Design was formed in 2009 to explore the creative possibilities within the vibrant world of the classic automobile. We are dedicated to the passionate study, preservation, and optimisation of the world's most respected high-performance vehicles.
There are no shortcuts to achieve this. Every detail is considered and finessed. The highest standards of execution and finish reflect our company's quest for excellence in all areas.
Our philosophy remains: Everything is Important.
The Job: Financial Analyst
Reports to: Financial Controller (UK)
Member of: Finance
Hours of Work: 08:00 - 17:00 (flexibility to allow for USA requirements)
Location: Woodford Halse, Northamptonshire, NN11 3UB
The Role:
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and new project analysis.
Helping Finance with stock analysis, stock valuation, internal stock audits and month end stock reporting.
Own Engineering reporting including PO analysis to plan, project reporting and business partnering.
Own Operations monthly reporting including budget vs actuals and month-on-month reporting.
Assist with month end journals, reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
You will be the go-to individual within finance for BOM management, forecasting & cost analysis.
Fixed Asset management, including monthly postings and keeping the register up to date.
You will be able to become a stock system super user and answer any questions on the system.
Assist with yearly compliance activities such as the annual audit and R&D work.
What else will you get involved in?
* Business Planning
* Supply Chain assistance
* Business Partnering
* Assistance with other Accounts duties
Who are we looking for?
You will ideally be data driven, with a strong background in data analytics, an understanding of basic finance is also a major plus.
As one of our Team you will naturally have an understanding and appreciation for manufacturing and brand requirements.
We work in a fast-paced environment so the ability to act under pressure with calmness, clarity of thought and decisive authority is crucial.
You may need to travel to off-site supplier facilities, within the UK and throughout Europe, therefore a flexible approach to travel is required.
You may need to adapt your working hours to meet the requirements of the business and integrate with the USA.
You will have the determination to drive forward the business to 'Best-in-Class' performance standards in line with brand expectations and be a lateral thinker able to think outside of the box to make structured and objective decisions
Other traits of a successful Singer employee will include excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and excellent attention to detail
Requirements:
* Stock experience and knowledge of Supply Chain and Logistics
* Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally from with the automotive industry
* Excellent proficiency in all MS packages inc. Advanced skills in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint & other finance data management and modelling tools
* Full, clean driving licence
The role is predominately based from our Woodford Halse head-office facility with the flexibility to work remote dependent on business requirements.
We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of our world class employees. It is our aim to become the employer of choice within the global automotive industry.
At Singer we are constantly looking to improve. To become the employer of choice we are always looking to develop our employee offerings. We currently offer a range of benefits to employees at all levels of the business including a Contributory Pension Scheme and 25 days holiday.
Requirement
Essential
Desirable
Education, training and qualifications
Good general education, with a broad exposure to office procedures and software packages.
Finance qualification or started finance qualification.
Skills & knowledge
Used to working on your own initiative with the interpersonal skills to develop cross-functional relationships.
Microsoft Office skills, with at least Intermediate Excel and Word knowledge.
Advanced Excel and data knowledge would be a distinct advantage.
Use of basic accounting systems such as Netsuite/QuickBooks/Sage.
Experience
Used to working in a small office and team environment where close relationships with colleagues are key.
Used to dealing with customers, suppliers and employees.
Manufacturing business understanding, especially in the automotive sector.
Personal Attributes
Personable and approachable, with a good telephone manner. Good team-player with a flexible approach. Willing and able to help out where required. Resilience. Eye for detail.
Abilities
Able to communicate clearly by email, telephone and face-to-face with people at all levels.
Inquisitive.
Ability to work to deadlines.
Good numeracy skills.
Other requirements
Need to be well presented and portray a professional image.
Full and clean driving licence.
The closing date for all applications is 19 September 2025. Singer Body & Paint reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish. #J-18808-Ljbffr