About Us:
SE Controls has recently been named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 list!
This recognition reflects the supportive, people-focused culture we have built at SE Controls. We are proud to be a place where colleagues can grow, feel valued, and build rewarding careers. We also believe in developing talent from within and helping our people succeed.
Your development starts from your first day with us and continues throughout your career at SE Controls. We are a global organisation with the values of a family business, and we are committed to helping our colleagues learn, grow, and reach their potential. If you are looking for a career where you will be supported and encouraged, we would love to welcome you to our talented team.
Role Purpose:
To leverage complex financial data through analysis, modelling, and reporting to drive strategic business decisions, improve financial performance, and support sustainable growth by identifying trends, managing risks, and providing actionable insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:
Education:
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
Professional Qualification:
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA (fully qualified).
Experience:
- 5+ years in FP&A, commercial finance, or similar roles.
Technical Expertise:
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling.
- Experience with ERP systems (D365) and BI tools (Power BI).
Soft Skills:
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Strategic thinking with attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Management Reporting & Business Insights
- Prepare and present management reports, dashboards, and actionable insights informed by financial trends and KPIs.
- Financial Modelling & Forecasting
- Build and maintain complex financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning efforts.
- Trend Analysis & Risk Identification
- Identify cost drivers and financial trends; assess potential risks and opportunities within forecasts.
- Cost Control & Governance
- Analyse overheads, monitor budgets, ensure spend governance, and validate purchase orders and intercompany charges.
- Governance & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to financial controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Advanced Financial Modelling
- Develop and maintain sophisticated models for scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and long-term projections.
- Business Partnering
- Collaborate with senior leadership and operational teams to provide actionable insights and challenge assumptions.
- Performance Analysis
- Deliver deep-dive analysis on revenue streams, cost structures, and profitability drivers.
- Decision Support
- Support strategic initiatives such as pricing strategies and market expansion.
- Governance & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to financial controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
SE Controls is a leading specialist with over 40 years’ experience in the field of Smoke and Environmental Ventilation Systems, we offer:
· Competitive salary
· Generous holiday allowance of 26 days plus an additional day for your birthday.
· Healthcare cash plan including retail perks.
· Life assurance cover
· Company Contributory pension scheme (after a qualifying period)
· Modern & friendly working environment with EV parking stations
· Working hours Mon-Thurs 9am-5.15pm, Fri 9am-4pm
· Hybrid Working (Home & Office)
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lichfield WS13 8RZ
