Assistant Financial Controller

Senior Commercial Finance Manager – Engineering

Location: Coventry, UK
Salary: £67,500 – £72,500 per annum
Reporting to: Finance Director

About Our Client

Our client is a leading engineering solutions provider serving major industrial and infrastructure clients globally. With operations across multiple countries and a talented workforce, they deliver innovative engineering services and products across various sectors including energy, construction, and advanced manufacturing.

The Role

We’re seeking a commercially-minded Senior Finance Manager to take ownership of key engineering projects’ financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to drive financial performance across complex engineering solutions and support critical business decisions in a dynamic technical environment.

You’ll work closely with operational teams to deliver insights that shape business strategy, while ensuring robust financial controls and reporting standards are maintained.

Key Responsibilities
Work directly with senior managers to provide financial insights and support decision-making
Lead monthly management accounts preparation and ensure accurate, timely reporting
Take ownership of operational budgets, providing monthly analysis, forecasting, and variance reporting
Monitor profitability of key projects, working with project managers to track performance
Produce comprehensive reports combining historical data and forecasts to assess profitability
Maintain financial systems and ensure data accuracy and compliance
Complete monthly reconciliations and quarterly reporting requirements
Provide financial analysis to support business initiatives and operational improvements
What We’re Looking For
Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)
Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
Background in operational finance within engineering/technical services environments preferred
Advanced Excel skills with financial modeling and analysis experience
Familiarity with corporate reporting systems (HFM/Hyperion advantageous)
Strong communication skills to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders
Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and deadline management
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary £67,500 – £72,500
Comprehensive benefits package
Excellent career development opportunities within a global organization
Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects
Stable, established business with strong market position

This role offers genuine progression opportunities for the right candidate, with exposure to senior leadership and involvement in key business decisions.