Sr Analyst Finance (Fixed Term Contract to Apr-27) Hybrid in Oxford

Location: OXFORD

Job Function: Finance

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Our International Markets are focused on creating an inclusive and expanding rider community that appeals to new and existing riders. We strive to deliver an H-D experience with an unequivocal customer focus. From the UK to Singapore and many places in between, our employees are essential to our success. Our efforts are concentrated on the highest priority markets, primarily North America, Europe and parts of Asia Pacific. We have concentrated our resources in-market for maximum impact in line with our future strategy. Our regional offices and in-market teams have the freedom within a clearly defined framework to make decisions to drive their business. In-market teams are agile and equipped to understand consumer needs, provide focused attention to dealers, and respond more quickly to local market conditions.

This position provides financial support and guidance to the HOG (Harley-Owners Group) and Consumer Events business. The role is also responsible for other key controls and processes within the Finance team. The main stakeholders in this role include the Marketing Events Manager, HOG Project Lead, and external partners that are vital in supporting these business areas. The position is an integral role within the EMEA Finance team with opportunities for learning and development for the successful candidate.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive financial support for assigned departments, including monthly performance reports, financial analysis, expense variance review, and recommendations for corrective actions when needed.
• Provides business analysis with emphasis in understanding the performance drivers of the departments being supported.
• Budgeting and forecasting for HOG and Events.
• Sole responsibility for maintaining a robust month-end close, including recording revenue, accruals, pre-payments, raising invoices, and posting payments.
• Responsible for intercompany recharges, debtors reporting and other monthly controls that ensure accurate reporting.
• Supporting HOG and Events with vendor management – creating new vendors, completing due diligence, raising purchase orders, and approving invoices.
• Maintaining relevant monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with interim and year-end audit work as required.
• VAT calculations and reporting for HOG and Events.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Experience Requirements

Required

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of related work experience in Finance.
• Competency in the use of spreadsheets and accounting systems for the purpose of analysis and financial modeling.
• Strong spreadsheet skills; Strong database skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management.
• Self-motivated and a self-starter, continuously looking for process improvements.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining the broader, analytical perspective, and excellent organisational skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks under time constraints.

Preferred

• Part Qualified - studying towards a relevant professional Finance qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA).

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience. We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from.