Junior Finance Manager (m/f/d) in Swindon

Are you passionate about renewable energies and want to help us make the world a little greener? At SFC Energy, we are an international technology leader providing reliable hybrid energy systems for public security, defense, industry, and critical infrastructure. Based on our world leading fuel cell technology, we develop and manufacture cutting‑edge hybrid power systems for off‑grid stationary and mobile applications. What makes us so successful? In addition to the sustainability and future viability of our technology, it is above all the commitment and passion of our employees. Sounds exciting? Apply and become part of our diverse team.

Location – Swindon, Wiltshire, UK

Join the UK team as Junior Finance Manager and be responsible for ensuring accuracy and reliability in all financial aspects of our operations. You will play a vital role in delivering operational efficiency and financial compliance, collaborating with various departments and teams from other SFC locations to achieve our global strategic objectives.

In your role you will be part of the motivated UK team manufacturing our own MEAs, in our recent established Swindon site. This role is critical to our team's success and will support various departments in our office. You will be an important contributor to this constant growing business.

Your part in our team:

• Oversee all accounting operations including billing, accounts receivable/payable, general ledger, cost accounting, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare timely monthly financial statements and ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Provide support for preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, report variances, and analyse financial data to support decision-making.
• Coordinate and oversee the preparation of tax returns.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Coordinate and oversee external audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations to auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, and support month-end and year-end close processes.

What you should bring along:

• Proven experience in a similar role ideally in the manufacturing industry, an auditing or advisory firm.
• Ability to manage and optimize growing accounting, controlling and tax processes as the central contact person within the organisation.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Eagerness to grow and to take on more responsibility in the future.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems like proAlpha or SAP S/4HANA is preferable.

For more power - Our benefits in your new environment:

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Attractive benefits like Health Cash Plan, Life assurance and Discount Club.
• SFC work uniform optional.
• Great work life balance with no weekend working expected unless voluntarily overtime requested.
• Pension Scheme.
• Bonus scheme.
• International environment.
• We encourage freedom / independency, ownership, personal and professional growth.
• Training opportunities based on performance management for professional development.

Why you should join us?

It’s an exciting time to be part of SFC Energy. Show us how much energy you’re holding and feel empowered to be your best, helping us to shape the future of sustainable energy generation. SFC Energy UK is a fast growing company, part of SFC Energy AG, a German listed company (F3C) which is strongly driven by technological innovation. Here you will find an exciting environment to work in, challenging tasks and a fantastic team.

Please apply to jobs@sfc.com

Start date: asap

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