Finance & Operations Controller

Finance & Operations Controller Location: Cambourne or Lutterworth (Hybrid Working) Full-time | Permanent Are you a finance professional ready to take the next step into a broader, more commercially focused role? ZEISS is looking for a Finance & Operations Controller to join its UK Finance team in Cambourne or could be based in Lutterworth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in finance, management accounting, controlling or commercial finance who wants greater exposure to business operations, senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making. As a global leader in optical, imaging and microscopy technology, ZEISS develops innovative solutions that support scientific discovery, advanced manufacturing and healthcare worldwide. In this role, you'll work closely with teams across the business to improve performance, optimise processes and provide the financial insight that supports key business decisions. This is a genuine step-up opportunity offering increased responsibility, ownership and long-term career development. What's in it for you? Hybrid and flexible working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional holiday for long service 8.5% employer pension contribution Bupa Healthcare and Medicash from day one Exposure to senior leadership and strategic business projects Opportunity to influence operational and financial performance Excellent training, development and career progression opportunities Join a globally recognised technology leader with a strong culture of innovation and continuous improvement Key Responsibilities Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities Analyse financial and operational performance, providing insight and recommendations to stakeholders Own and improve key finance and operational processes, particularly across Order-to-Cash activities Partner with finance, operations and commercial teams to drive business performance Support month-end reporting and financial analysis Contribute to process improvement and SAP optimisation initiatives Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement Support business transformation and change initiatives What We're Looking For Experience in Finance, Management Accounting, Commercial Finance or a similar role Someone looking to take the next step into a broader, business-facing position Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Commercially minded with a passion for process improvement Degree qualified and ideally studying towards, or interested in pursuing, ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualifications Desirable Experience SAP S/4HANA Order-to-Cash or Supply Chain processes Process improvement or transformation projects Experience working within a multinational organisation Ready for Your Next Challenge? If you're looking for a role that offers greater responsibility, broader business exposure and a clear path for progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your finance career with ZEISS. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.