Assistant Revenue FP&A

Tasks

About us

At Daimler Truck UK Ltd we deliver Sales and Marketing for all Daimler Truck UK products in the UK. These include:

Mercedes-Benz Trucks: renowned for their quality, reliability, and innovative features. They cater to various industries, from logistics and construction to long-haul transportation. Mercedes-Benz trucks are designed for efficiency, safety, as well as delivering driver comfort.

FUSO Trucks: FUSO, a subsidiary of Daimler, specializes in light and medium-duty trucks. They offer practical solutions for urban delivery, short-haul transport, and vocational applications. FUSO trucks are known for their agility, fuel efficiency, and low environmental impact.

We are dedicated to sustainable transportation solutions to provide fuel efficiency, emission reduction and safety across our ranges.

Sitting within ourFinance and Controllingteam here at Daimler Trucks UK, we have an excitingAssistant Revenue FP&Aopportunity waiting just for you. Reporting into theRevenue Controller and Planning Lead, you willplay a vital role in supporting the Controlling team with revenue management, vehicle deal analysis, financial planning, and management reporting. This highly visible and business-critical position partners closely with stakeholders across the wider business to ensure accurate financial insights and informed decision-making. The role also provides essential continuity by deputizing for the Revenue Controller and Planning Lead during periods of absence, making it a dynamic and engaging opportunity for someone looking to contribute meaningfully to the financial success of the organisation.

More about the role

Revenue Analysis & Business Stream Reporting

• Support the Revenue Controller and wider business by analysing revenue streams and financial data.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to help drive revenue growth.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities while managing business risks.
• Take responsibility for specific business streams, ensuring accurate and timely monthly financial reporting.
• Submit financial reports both locally and to group-level stakeholders.
• Ensure all deal approvals are in line with budgetary constraints and financial policies, and Contribution Margin targets.
• Prepare and review special discount provisions and accruals.
• Assist in reviewing monthly truck reporting, including:
  • Profit & Loss statements
  • Balance Sheet submissions
  • Compliance with IFRS standards

Discount Credit Validation & Process Efficiency

• Act as the finance control checkpoint for manual discount credit notes, performing thorough reviews and documented checks to validate the financial logic and compliance of submissions prepared by other departments.
• Perform detailed finance checks to validate the logic and justification behind each discount credit, acting as the final checkpoint before approval.
• Process and verify Pricing debit and credit notes, ensuring all related credit notes are raised in line with established guidelines and timelines.
• Continuously review and refine processes to drive efficiencies, improve accuracy, and reduce manual intervention where possible.

Financial Reporting, Forecasting & Month-End Close

• Coordinate, prepare, and deliver monthly financial reporting in line with group requirements and deadlines.
• Support the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial submissions.
• Manage invoicing processes and ensure accurate posting of journals.
• Oversee provision control and ensure appropriate recognition of financial liabilities.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to maintain financial integrity and compliance.
• Conduct critical reviews of financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive process improvements with a focus on automation and digitalisation to enhance reporting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Prepare and deliver monthly reporting packs for DTAG, the Head of Controlling, CFO, and Senior Management Team to support both group-level and internal strategic decision-making.
• Maintain and update monthly forecast files to support planning and performance tracking.

E-Vehicle Implementation & Government Grant Support

• Support the ongoing implementation of electric vehicles, including the development and rollout of new financial policies and procedures.
• Provide financial controlling support for OZEV (Office for Zero Emission Vehicles) grant claims via the government portal.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure strict compliance with government policies and grant requirements.
• Manage and validate Power of Disposal forms to ensure accurate vehicle movement tracking.
• Support the processing and payment of the dealer bonus model, ensuring alignment with financial controls and timelines.

Role Coverage & Ad Hoc Support

• Deputise for the Revenue Controller and Planning Lead, covering the full scope of their responsibilities during periods of absence to ensure business continuity.
• Respond to ad hoc queries and deliver analysis or reporting for the Truck business as required.
• Support cross-functional projects and initiatives, contributing financial insights and data as needed.
• Provide team cover and flexibility during peak periods or resource gaps.

Budgeting & Forecasting Support

• Contribute to the production of annual Planning and regular forecasts in line with DTAG and internal planning timelines.
• Planning and forecasting for variable costs, while also supporting a range of other planning-related activities.
• Provide data, insights, and analysis to inform decision-making and support effective financial management.

Qualifications

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification preferred.
• Software Proficiency:Advanced skills in MS Excel and Power BI.
• Requires excellent communication skills and organisation skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters to non-finance employees.
• Ability to work well within a team and learn complex processes quickly.

This is a full time hybrid role, where you would be required to work form our head office based in Milton Keynes a minimum of two days a week in the office.

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