Assistant Engineering Controller - Coventry, UK (CONTINGENT - FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
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Company Overview
Lear Corporation is a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, serving major automotive manufacturers globally with automotive seating and electrical products. Our diverse team of over 165,000 employees operates in 39 countries, covering every major automotive region. We seek dedicated talents with enthusiasm and a zest for action, offering development opportunities and recognition.
Role Overview
The Assistant Engineering Controller is responsible for a Tech Centre entity, including month-end financial closure, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborating with the Engineering Controller, you will support UK Tech Centre operations, control engineering and tooling budgets, and provide financial insights to managers and finance teams. The position is based in Coventry, UK.
Main Responsibilities
1. Prepare monthly management accounts as part of the UK Finance team.
2. Accurately submit local accounts within corporate systems (HFM / Hyperion) by deadlines.
3. Manage engineering budgets, including reporting, forecasting, and working with the Engineering Director for review.
4. Oversee tooling budgets, including tracking, reviews, and profitability reporting.
5. Produce engineering program status reports with historic and forecast data.
6. Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
7. Prepare corporate schedules for quarterly attestations.
8. Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley self-audits.
9. Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* Preferably with automotive industry knowledge.
* Experience in a financial accounting environment.
* Excellent IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel.
* CIMA / ACCA or equivalent qualification.
* Experience with HFM / Hyperion is desirable.
* Professional, deadline-oriented, reliable, and trustworthy.
* Strong communication skills and proactive approach.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Finance
* Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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