Job Description

Location

Preston, United KingdomHEAD OFFICE


FINANCE


EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS



Job Title: Financial Controls Manager



Location: Preston, Glasgow, Barrow-In-Furness, Portsmouth or Glascoed; Wales. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.


Salary: Circa 64,000 depending on experience






What you'll be doing:


Own the delivery and continuous improvement of accurate and efficient financial processes within business ERP systems, ensuring robust financial controls are maintained Lead the application and development of financial control frameworks, advising stakeholders across multiple teams and business units on policies, procedures, and compliance Take responsibility for resolving complex financial transaction queries and driving efficiency across process workflows Manage and review transactional activities to ensure data accuracy, quality, compliance, and process assurance, applying expert judgement where required Drive the design and enhancement of financial control processes to support evolving business needs and regulatory requirements Prepare, analyse and present comprehensive reports and tailored insights to senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making Plan and oversee the coordination of data collection and reporting activities across multiple stakeholders and finance functions Manage a small team (typically one direct report), providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality delivery of business process inputs and outputs across various finance toolsets Lead preparation for and engagement with internal and external audits, supporting management review sessions and root cause analysis to implement continuous improvements

Your skills and experiences:


Essential


Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) An understanding of finance systems, and how they can be optimised within end-to-end processes Comprehensive knowledge of core finance processes Clear understanding of how effective financial controls are applied and maintained across key processes

Desirable:


Background in audit or experience supporting audit activity is beneficial Experience of using SAP and associated reporting tools Experience of Record to Report (R2R) and Procure to Pay (P2P) finance processes

Benefits:


As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.


The Finance Team:


This role sits within the Financial Control & Systems Capability Centre at Head Office, supporting the Maritime and Land sector. Reporting to the Senior Finance Controller, it presents an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key financial controls and lead improvements that enhance process accuracy and efficiency. You will have increased responsibility for influencing strategic finance activities and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders across multiple Lines of Business, finance teams, and external parties, including audit teams.



It's an exciting time for Finance at BAE Systems, as we continue to modernise and improve how we work as a function, to deliver increased value and drive performance of the business.


As the Maritime & Land Financial Control Capability Centre continues to evolve, this role is ideal for an adaptable and proactive individual who thrives on driving change and delivering value. You will lead a small team, play a pivotal role in shaping financial control frameworks, and have broad exposure to both operational delivery and strategic finance initiatives.



Why BAE Systems?


At BAE Systems we are proud of leadership position in the aerospace and defence sector, and know that talented people are core to us delivering our strong order book, and achieving our important mission; to protect those that protect us.


This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.



Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.



Closing Date: 11th July 2025



We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.


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FINANCE


EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS