Finance Specialist - Temporary

Morgan Advanced Materials Temporary Finance Specialist

At Morgan Advanced Materials, our rich history and dedication to innovation define who we are. Since our establishment in the UK in 1856, we have expanded globally, now operating across 70 sites in 18 countries. Our goal is to create a more sustainable world and enhance quality of life. We actively pursue this purpose through the development and production of advanced materials.

Within our business unit, we specialise in innovating cutting-edge carbon, graphite, and carbide products that deliver outstanding performance. We use our expertise to tackle complex challenges across many diverse industries to provide effective solutions for our valued customers.

Our products are shaping a better future; from enabling electric cars to charge faster and drive longer distances to maximising the operational efficiency of wind turbines. We are proud to help generate power for billions of people, deliver water to drought-stricken regions, improve the efficiency of industrial pumps, and protect lives both on the land and in the air.

Key Figures : Revenue 1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Responsibilities

Job Purpose :

This temporary Finance Specialist position has been created to support day-to-day finance operations during a period of ERP implementation across the business. While the permanent finance team focuses on delivering the successful deployment of the new D365 system, this role will ensure that core financial processes and controls continue to operate smoothly and effectively.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accuracy and compliance across transactional processing, financial reporting, month-end close, and stakeholder support functions. This role requires a hands-on approach and the flexibility to support multiple areas of finance, providing critical continuity and stability during the transition period.

This is a temporary position funded through July 2026, with potential extension through December 2026.

Essential Functions :

Financial Operations & Transactional Support :

• Support the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with internal controls, company policy, and accounting standards (IFRS).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records and perform high quality balance sheet reconciliations.

Month-End & Reporting :

Audit & Compliance :

Business Support & Team Collaboration :

Key Performance Metrics & Objectives :

Core Personal Competencies :

Qualifications and experience :

Qualifications

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO / AA / M / W / D / V Employer