Financial Controller

The Opportunity – Financial Controller

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About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to work in the manufacturing and operational team at JCB. This role will be responsible for financial planning, reporting, and compliance while ensuring the financial health and strategic growth of the company. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, deep financial expertise, and the ability to drive process improvements.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Leading the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

• Overseeing the preparation of accurate financial statements and management reports.

• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.

• Monitoring cash flow, working capital, and financial performance to drive profitability.

• Conducting financial analysis to support decision-making and business growth strategies.

• Ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements and internal financial controls.

• Developing and implement risk management strategies to safeguard company assets.

• Liaising with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and drive operational efficiencies.

• Improving financial systems, controls, and reporting processes.

• Supporting procurement and supply chain teams in financial negotiations and contract management.

• Leading, mentoring, and developing the finance team.

• Collaborating with senior management to align financial strategy with business objectives.

• Providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives.

This will be suited to you if:

• You possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

• You possess a ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent qualification.

• You have experience in financial management, preferably within the manufacturing or engineering sector.

• You have strong financial acumen, leadership abilities, and strategic thinking.

• You have experience with ERP systems and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial teams interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

 What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.