Accounting Administrator - Finance Operations

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic aerospace company as an Accounting Administrator and play a vital role in financial operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while working in a collaborative environment. You'll be responsible for financial accounting, transaction processing, and providing insightful analysis to support financial management. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on professional development, this role allows you to grow your career while being part of a leading team in the aerospace industry. Enjoy hybrid working and the chance to obtain an ACCA qualification funded by the company.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Industry-leading Pension Scheme

Life Assurance (8x salary)

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Income Protection

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Experience with SAP FI/CO modules is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and book financial data for accurate P&L and balance sheet.
• Provide business partnering and financial analysis to site functions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Independence in Work

Collaborative Teamwork

Education

ACCA Qualification

Tools

SAP FI/CO

MS Office

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Accounting Administrator - Finance Operations, Bristol

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Client:

GKN Aerospace

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

A Truly Global Business

Every day, around the world, we help aircraft fly further, faster and greener. We’re the world’s leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components. As “one GKN,” we’re moving our industry forward by developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft and innovating to build a new generation of zero-emission planes. We’re committed to sustainability and aim to become a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050!

It’s rewarding to know you’re contributing to the future of aviation! Your role will help us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

This site is an International Centre of Excellence in composite wing structure design and production, manufacturing composite wing spars and Fixed Trailing Edge assemblies for some of the world's most popular aircraft.

Following an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administrator to join our Accounting team within the Finance department. The role involves financial accounting, transaction processing, and providing analysis and insight to support financial management across actuals, forecast, and budget.

After training, the role offers hybrid working, with 2 days per week at home.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to obtain an ACCA qualification funded by GKN upon completing a successful probation.

What You Will Do

The role involves partnering with functions within your responsibility area to drive on-site performance through robust financial information and accountability for improvement. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and booking financial data for accurate P&L and balance sheet reflection
• Providing business partnering, insight, analysis, and reporting to site functions
• Supporting financial planning and budgeting
• Providing reporting and analysis
• Reconciling and understanding balance sheet positions, minimizing aged or judgmental items
• Adhering to financial governance and supporting audits

Full training will be provided for suitable candidates, regardless of prior experience.

What You Will Bring

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative, results-oriented team
• Independence in work, especially with hybrid working
• Strong analytical skills
• Keen attention to detail and diligence
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience with SAP FI/CO modules
• Understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, control, pricing, analytics, and reporting
• Knowledge of the aerospace industry
• Proficiency in MS Office

What We'll Offer

Our benefits include:

• Salary of £23,000 - £27,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working
• Industry-leading pension scheme with contributions up to 8%
• Life assurance (8x salary)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Income protection
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment

We support your career growth with learning and development opportunities. Join us and see how far your career can go!

We offer exciting challenges and opportunities in aerospace innovation. Our industry-leading training supports your growth—who knows where your career could take you?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Our culture, recognized by awards, encourages everyone to bring their full selves to work. We’re committed to accessibility and reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Join us to help shape the future of aerospace technology!