At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance teams, manage financial planning, and drive strategic decision-making.
- Company: Join Toyota, a leader in transforming mobility through innovation and data.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on modernisation and efficiency.
- Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking transformation in the automotive industry.
- Qualifications: Strong finance background with leadership and strategic business partnering skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Farringdon, London (EC1M)
Hybrid Working
Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Function: Finance & Business Planning (Accounting & Finance · Business Planning · Procurement)
Who are we?
Toyota is currently undergoing a transformation from a car manufacturer into a mobility services company. Toyota Connected Europe was formed in 2018 as a key initiative of this transformation; and was created to infuse the power of big data and cloud intelligence into all aspects of the mobility experience. TCEU creates and enables technologies that delight, simplify and connect the lives of those who use our products.
Position Overview
The Manager, Finance & Business Planning will lead Toyota Connected Europe’s integrated Finance & Business Planning function, working closely with the CAO. Reporting to the CAO, the role oversees three teams — Accounting & Finance, Business Planning & Analysis, and Procurement — and is responsible for financial planning, control, reporting and analysis across the business. The role acts as a bridge between Finance and the wider business, supporting management decision‑making and championing strong governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership & Management: Lead, develop and mentor the Finance & Business Planning team across its three sub‑teams and across the London team and Poland Shared Service Centre.
- Strategic Business Partnering & Bridge: Act as the connector between Finance and the wider business, translating project and business context into financial insight.
- Management Reporting to SLT: Deliver consistent, detailed and accurate monthly financial and operational KPI reporting to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
- Financial Forecasting & Business Planning: Introduce clear, structured quarterly financial forecasting with detailed analysis and challenge.
- Efficiency & Cost‑Performance: Improve Mieruka data accuracy and resource‑utilisation visualisation while reducing operational waste.
- Process Standardisation & Modernisation: Document, test and standardise daily operational processes.
- Financial Control & Closing: Oversee monthly, quarterly and yearly financial closing, accounts payable and receivable.
- Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Oversee cash flow, working capital, liquidity and banking relationships.
- Governance, Compliance & Audit: Strengthen TCEU’s corporate governance and compliance through manuals, policies and risk‑based decision‑making.
- Procurement & Vendor Management: Oversee the procurement function, including purchase order processing and negotiation.
- Tax & Compliance: Oversee tax preparation and compliance, including R&D tax incentive submissions.
- Talent Management & Succession Planning: Embed individual development plans and team roadmaps.
- Payroll Approval: Provide final approval of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
Manager | Finance & Business Planning Finance · London · employer: TOYOTA Connected
At Toyota Connected Europe, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions innovation and professional growth in the heart of London. Our hybrid working model fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, while our commitment to employee development ensures that you will have ample opportunities to advance your career in finance and business planning. Join us in our transformative journey as we redefine mobility services and make a meaningful impact on the world.
