Business Control Analyst

Sony UK TEC Limited Overview:

Sony UK Technology Centre Limited is the only manufacturing centre for Sony in Europe, and have over 500 highly skilled team players who help create some of the most advanced technology on the global market. The heart of today’s operation at Pencoed is centered on the manufacture of high technology Broadcast and Professional Cameras and Systems including the latest industry leading 4K technology. Alongside this, we provide contract manufacturing solutions for multiple non-Sony branded businesses. This collaborative approach to contract manufacturing has produced many commercial successes over the years, including the best-selling British computer of all time, the Raspberry Pi. Additionally, we are the home of a Sony customer service and solutions centre, a business incubation centre and much more.

Role Overview:

As a Business Controller within Sony UKTEC, you will play a critical role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls. You will provide insightful analysis and reporting, working closely with operational teams to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost controls, enabling the business to achieve its financial and operational goals. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, analyse, and present detailed financial reports, highlighting variances, trends, and opportunities to management.
• Develop and maintain accurate budgets and forecasts aligned with manufacturing operations and business objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to identify risks and improvement areas.
• Partner with production, supply chain, and other departments to understand operational drivers and translate them into financial outcomes.
• Drive cost control initiatives and support continuous improvement in manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards.
• Lead month-end and year-end financial close activities, including inventory reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to support business cases, capital projects, and strategic initiatives.

Essential Criteria:

• Inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the business
• Analytical skills
• Self-motivation to manage time
• Attention to detail
• Flexible approach
• Trustworthy and reliable

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Oracle

What we offer:

• A competitive salary​
• Generous company pension scheme​
• Generous life assurance​
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays
• Long service holiday days
• Complimentary onsite secure car park
• Onsite gym and changing facilities​
• Subsidised canteen​
• Onsite Learning & Development Academy​
• Private medical insurance
• Complimentary access to school holiday schemes
• Exclusive ‘Staff Sales’ site for Sony products​
• Generous family friendly policies
• ‘Refer a Friend’ recruitment scheme​
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme