Job Description

Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis - Senior AccountantLocation: Glascoed Wales or Preston Lancashire, with occasional travel between sites. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: Circa xc2xa347,000 depending on experienceWhat youxe2x80x99ll be doing:

• Review actual data inputs in Hyperion and enter budget, forecast, and IBP information into the Hyperion consolidation tool for various Shared Services entities
• Prepare and review monthly management reporting packs, ensuring accuracy and timely completion to meet group deadlines
• Support the team lead in presenting key financial information to senior stakeholders
• Utilise and optimise financial reporting systems, including Hyperion and ERP platforms, for analysis and reporting purposes
• Focus on maintaining and enhancing financial controls
• Identify opportunities to drive continuous improvement in processes and systems

Your skills and experiences:

• ACCA or CIMA qualified, or nearly qualified, with a solid foundation in financial reporting
• Proficient in financial modelling using Excel, with knowledge of PowerQuery and Macros (desirable)
• Experienced in preparing, analysing, and reporting financial data, including managing large data sets
• Proven ability to manage relationships with stakeholders at various levels
• Prior experience with SAP and HFM is desirable

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 Financial Planning and Analysis Team:An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Shared Services Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Business Performance team. The Shared Services division supports the wider enterprise in areas such as Business Support, IT Services, Real Estate, Procurement, and more.Within the finance function, the FP&A teams are responsible for delivering high-quality, forward-looking financial analysis and insights to the business. Drawing on expertise from across the UK, they serve as the primary points of contact for Business Finance Directors, offering essential insights into both business and financial performance.This is your chance to join a dynamic, fast-paced team within a globally recognised employer, offering ample opportunities for growth and development.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where youxe2x80x99ll be able to make a real difference. Youxe2x80x99ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youxe2x80x99ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also 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: 26th May 2025We 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.#LI-SS1#LI-Hybrid

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