Job Description
Intercompany & Overheads Finance ManagerLocation: CheshireSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsContract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Until End of 2026)
Are you an experienced finance professional with a flair for intercompany accounting and a knack for managing large-scale budgets? We’re working with a highly respected employer within the automotive/manufacturing sector who is seeking a commercially astute and analytically strong Intercompany & Overheads Finance Manager to join their dynamic finance team on a fixed term contract running until the end of 2026.
The Opportunity:In this pivotal role, you’ll serve as the main point of contact for all intercompany transfer pricing and R&D cost allocation matters across a multinational group structure. You’ll take ownership of the largest functional budget in the business, ensuring transparency, control, and alignment across both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the total intercompany budget, collaborating with both internal and group-level contacts
* Take control of the R&D overheads budget and drive planning and forecasting processes
* Act as subject matter expert on intercompany matters, from transfer pricing to module cost allocations
* Represent the business in discussions with group finance functions, including key stakeholders at group headquarters
* Ensure compliance with intercompany accounting standards and audit requirements
* Provide strategic financial insight to influence leadership decisions and manage risk
About You:
* Qualified accountant (ACA or ICAS) with 3+ years post-qualified experience
* Demonstrated success working in complex, ambiguous environments
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders up to board level
* Proven ability to produce robust financial analysis to support strategic decisions
* Prior experience in a commercial or corporate finance environment is essential
Why Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a high-impact finance role within a global business, offering exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic projects, and complex group structures—all within the security of a fixed-term contract running until the end of 2026.