Head of Accounting Controls Job at Lotus UK Manufacturing (Hethel)

Head of Accounting Controls

Lotus UK Manufacturing

Location:
United Kingdom , Hethel

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Head of Accounting, Controls & Financial Governance is responsible for establishing and embedding a robust financial governance framework across the manufacturing organisation. This includes leading the accounting function, ensuring strong internal controls, overseeing financial compliance, and driving governance standards that protect the integrity of the company’s financial information and operational processes. The role works closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure financial risks are understood, mitigated, and governed effectively.

Job Responsibility:

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive financial governance framework covering accounting practices, financial controls, and risk management
Define and monitor compliance with finance policies, procedures, and standards across all sites
Lead governance reviews to ensure alignment with corporate, regulatory, and audit requirements
Ensure a proactive approach to identifying financial and operational risks, implementing mitigation and assurance plans
Own the internal control environment, ensuring controls are designed, tested, and embedded effectively across finance and operations
Lead internal control assessments, remediation plans, and continuous monitoring activities
Act as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors, ensuring audit readiness and timely issue resolution
Ensure adherence to financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/GAAP), and maintain strong documentation and evidence for compliance
Oversee the integrity and accuracy of financial statements through strong governance of month-end and year-end processes
Ensure accounting policies are consistently applied and updated in response to regulatory and business changes
Provide oversight to ensure reconciliations, journal entries, and financial data are prepared and reviewed under a controlled and governed framework
Establish and govern controls over inventory, standard costing, BOM accuracy, scrap, variances, and overhead absorption
Partner with manufacturing leadership to ensure operational processes align with financial governance expectations
Provide risk-based insights and challenge operational teams to strengthen control discipline
Lead financial risk assessments across the business, including fraud risk, controls gaps, and compliance risks
Support the business in developing practical actions that enhance control maturity and reduce exposure
Implement assurance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, and monitoring of remediation actions
Drive enhancements in finance and cross-functional processes to improve governance, efficiency, and data quality
Oversee governance of ERP systems from a financial controls perspective, including segregation of duties, master data integrity, and system permissions
Champion the use of technology and automation to strengthen compliance and reduce manual control risk
Lead, motivate, and develop the accounting and controls team to deliver a high-performing, governance-focused function
Build strong relationships with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Corporate Functions to embed financial governance across the organisation
Provide expert guidance to senior leaders on financial risk, governance, and compliance matters

Requirements:

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA)
Extensive experience in financial governance, internal controls, or assurance within a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and governance frameworks (e.g., SOX, internal control standards, risk management frameworks)
Demonstrated ability to develop, embed, and mature control environments
Proven leadership capability and experience managing cross-functional relationships
Strong ERP system knowledge, especially in control design, roles, and compliance

Nice to have:

Experience with global or multi-site manufacturing operations
Background in audit, risk management, or financial compliance
Experience implementing governance or control frameworks during ERP upgrades or transformation

What we offer:

Access to a Company Car scheme (ECOS)
25 Vacation Days + Bank Holidays
Performance Bonus: Non-Contractual
Future-Proof Pension
Private Healthcare

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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