Main Purpose of Job
This position is intended to provide the main Finance support for the UK Metals (Glossop and Ickles) business within Howmet Engines. The role reports to the Segment Controller (Metals & Alloys) with a dotted line to the Plant Managers of Glossop and Ickles. This is a hands-on high-impact position ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
As a critical member of the site management teams, the role is designed to provide financial information to the business to enable decision making. Important duties include the provision of timely and accurate management accounting information, via the preparation of daily metrics and performance reports, spend analyses, forecasts and budgets; maintaining a suitable compliance environment in line with group policies and best practice; and management of the finance team.
It is a key duty of the role to ensure that colleagues understand the management information supplied and correct actions are taken as a result.
Key Tasks and Accountabilities
1. Produce the month end accounts through to completion in line with HES reporting deadlines
2. Review accounts against plan/ forecast, explaining any variances
3. Reconcile the accounts in line with HES ASAT requirements
4. Ownership of the daily, weekly and monthly financial reporting processes
5. Check book control and reporting versus plan/forecast
6. Sales and margin analysis as required
7. Continuous Improvement and audit of internal procedures
8. Carry out ad-hoc tasks as required by the Segment Controller
9. Ownership of financial transactions, forecasts and plans
10. Present data to management as and when required
11. Other local (UK) compliance responsibilities VAT reporting
12. Key contact point and responsibility for internal and external audits
13. Cost accounting
14. Management of inventory
15. Review of production variances
16. Capital Equipment requests and ownership of the associated accounts
17. Review of systems and analysis of risk
18. Maintaining records and preparing management information, including MBR packs, Forecast Review Packs and Budgetary information
Note: This job description is a guide to the principal, current duties of the job. It does not form part of the contract of employment.
Aptitudes Required
19. A self-starter, dedicated, results driven and focused
20. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
21. Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
22. Mentor and support direct reports
23. Strong organisational skills and ability to work to strict deadlines
24. Ability to effectively integrate within the finance team
25. Assertive approach, able to communicate at all levels and in varying situations
26. Good verbal and written communicator
27. Positive outlook and attitude
28. Flexible and empathetic approach
29. Team player
30. Good working knowledge of Finance systems and Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
31. Working with the IT Team to improve relevant IT systems (automation and controls)
Experience
32. Experience in similar position
33. Essential: Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
34. Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley compliance requirements
35. Strong track record of leading process improvements, with tangible examples of outcomes/achievements
36. Strong experience leading financial reporting
Employees must be legally authorised (settled status) to work in the United Kingdom. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not avaialble for this position.
Non-contractual benefits that are provided by the Company:-
37. Death in Service Benefit (6 x Salary)
38. Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme
39. Company Sick Pay
40. Enhanced Bereavement Leave
41. Enhanced Holiday Entitlement (25 Days plus Bank Holidays) – January to December
42. Employee Reward Recognition Schemes
43. Service Awards
44. Employee Referral Programme
45. WPA Cash Back Health Scheme – Bronze Category is Complimentary
46. Annual Health Surveillance
47. Mental Health First Aiders on Site
48. Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
49. Regular health initiatives including flu vaccinations
50. Occupational Health Support
51. Celebration Events
52. Free Parking