Job Description

AtkinsRealis is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for individuals in search of a rewarding career. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and to shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment. At AtkinsRealis, we're proud to say that the great work we do is thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. When you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.
Purpose of the Role:
The business partner for Secure Government practices is responsible for maintaining and understanding the finances relating to the staffing side of Secure Government. The role will work closely with the Practice Managers and Operations teams along with the wider finance team to ensure robust accounting procedures are in place. The role reports directly to the Practice Finance Business Partner.
Your purpose:

• A part qualified / newly qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Business partnering experience is ideal.
• Knowledge of AtkinsRealis' finance processes, standards and systems (including Oracle) will be advantageous.
• The role be based in the Bristol office 3 days per week with occasional travel to other UK offices.
• Work closely with the Practice Managers covering practice performance including productivity, booking volumes, returns etc. Along with being a key point of contact for practice staff and driving best practice.
• Review overhead bookings ensuring they are appropriate along with managing accruals and prepayments as required.
• Assist with month end management accounting including account reviews, adjustments and reconciliations. Adding value to the accounts with analysis and commentary on performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Development of accounting skills and specific Secure Government business acumen through training and on the job knowledge transfer.
• Providing support to the wider finance team with development of budget models, internal and external audits and other project work.

What you can bring:

• Good technical accounting knowledge.
• IT literate, with strong excel skills (to advance level including pivot tables, look-ups and macros).
• Strong people skills, comfortable interacting with both finance and non-finance staff, including management.
• Collaborative approach.
• Ability to work to deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.

Read more about how you can thrive with us:
Meeting your needs:
When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward", a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.
Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.
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More about us:
AtkinsRealis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.
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Additional Information:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Worker Type Employee
Job Type Regular
At AtkinsRealis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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