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Nissan Motor Corporation

Finance Section Manager R&D

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Cranfield, Randalstown, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
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Who are we? 

Based in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, NTCE (Nissan Technical Centre, Europe) is our UK Research and Development hub. We are home to the functions that help us lead the way in vehicle design and development of the vehicles manufactured in our European plants. With more than 900 people based here from over 25 different countries, it’s a hive of ideas, imagination, and vision, based in open-plan spacious offices designed to encourage cross-functional collaboration. The teams at the Cranfield Nissan Technical Centre work to develop engineering and design requirements for new car models across the world. Here you’ll find departments such as Research & Development, Product Economic Control, Purchasing, Legal, HR, Finance and Total Customer Satisfaction, all enjoying modern on-site facilities like our gym, sports, and social club. 

Mission and Main Objectives:

The finance Section Manager provides oversight for financial operations at NTCE Cranfield & consolidation of our other European R&D sites.

Outline and Responsibilities:

  • Management and coordination of local & offshore team
  • Management of the month end closing process and subsequent reporting & analysis
  • Accountability for the UK & Branches R&D P&L accuracy
  • Ownership of R&D balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
  • Finance Lead on Business planning and forecasting rounds
  • Key contact for external audit concerning R&D Scope
  • Support processes and validation for Governmental reporting (R&D Expenditure Credits and Grants)
  • Revenue Management - Project Estimations, Global & Regional HQ Contracts & Billing process
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Adhoc Project support

Experience and Qualifications Required:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
  • Commitment and flexibility to work overtime to meet deadlines during month end close and forecasting periods
  • Highly organised and proactive – focussed on solutions
  • Ability to present data in a clear and structured manner 
  • Confident communicator and excellent interpersonal skills – comfortable in dealing with colleagues across various functions and levels of seniority
  • People Management Skills desired
  • Positive and flexible attitude in time pressured environments
  • SAP proficiency would be advantageous
  • Strong spreadsheet (Excel) and PowerPoint skill

What we offer 

We firmly believe that investment in our employees is integral to their growth and success. As a member of our team, you will have access to many of our benefits - because we want you to feel cared for, supported, and engaged at Nissan. Alongside comprehensive career development and learning opportunities, you will also have access to a wide range of employee benefits.  

  • Competitive base salary 
  • Remote Working Policy (maximum 2 days per week WFH) 
  • Flexible Working Options 
    • 39 hours per week 
    • Standard Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-1:20pm  
    • 2+/- flexible hour adjustments (Subject to manager approval) 
  • Enhanced Maternity Leave & Pay 
  • 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays 
  • Free Private Medical Cover 
  • Nissan Car Ownership and Finance Scheme 
  • Free onsite parking & subsidised restaurant 
  • Onsite Gym Facilities   

At Nissan we believe that diversity gives us strength and is key to the success of our business. That’s why we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and have a range of Talent initiatives in place, such as high potential development, leadership, and career coaching to support all our workforce. We pride ourselves on being a transparent, cross-cultural, and competitive business; we want you to challenge the norm and contribute to improvement whether you’ve been here ten days or ten years, so apply now to join NTCE! 

Diversity and Inclusion: 

 All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture and sell high-performance, fun to drive vehicles. Nissan is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all. Applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. 

Please note, it is a mandatory requirement to include your CV with your application. A cover letter may be submitted at your discretion. 

Nissan reserves the right to terminate this advertisement prematurely. 

Cranfield Bedfordshire United Kingdom

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