A prominent player in the Defence and Security sector, is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join their team in Tewkesbury, UK. This contract role offers the opportunity to contribute to the cutting-edge defence technology innovator that provides advanced solutions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.
Key Responsibilities:
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Ensure that projects and programmes adhere to established controls and processes
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Maintain and update project performance analyses to ensure understanding of project financials within the Project Management community
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Ensure a consistent methodology is applied across all programmes in relation to contingency, risk, and their connection to milestones
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Support relevant bids by preparing financial analyses and applying financial acumen
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Work with the finance team to ensure correct billing and application of transactions to relevant projects and programmes
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Provide support to periodic external and internal audits, from project overview to financial reports and reconciliations
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Adhere to all financial reporting requests and deadlines concerning project-driven transactions and reporting
Job Requirements:
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Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant with a recognised accountancy qualification
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Strong co-ordination and communication skills
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Confident in interacting with employees at all levels
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Experience with integrated ERP systems handling engineering/manufacturing transactions
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Experience in programme and project management and project accounting techniques and disciplines
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Financial modelling skills to support bid construction and other investment analyses
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Ability to work independently, set priorities, and see exercises through to completion
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Excellent interpersonal skills to achieve effective partnerships and relationships in a multi-discipline environment
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Displays a high level of respect, diplomacy, and tact when dealing with stakeholders
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Resilient, highly flexible, and a naturally inquisitive individual
If you are a dedicated finance professional with a passion for contributing to mission-critical defence solutions, we want to hear from you!
