Accounting Analyst - 12 Month Placement

targetjobs UK; Havant; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Havant is seeking an Accounting Analyst for a 12-month placement. This role offers hands-on experience in financial management and accounting within a major international corporation. You will analyze data, support audit preparations, and contribute to financial process improvement. Proficiency in Excel and SAP is required, alongside a degree in a related field. Competitive salary and benefits are included, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Competitive Pension

Flexible holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Candidates studying for a degree expecting at least a 2:1.
• Proficient in Excel and knowledge of SAP.
• Ability to think creatively and develop new processes.

Responsibilities

• Support data analysis and financial reporting.
• Assist in month-end and year-end activities.
• Interact with auditors and aid in audit preparations.
• Engage in process improvement projects.

Skills

General knowledge of business and financial matters

Proficient in the use of spreadsheets (Excel)

Able to work to tight deadlines

Attention to detail

Great commitment and high motivation

Ability to work autonomously

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to liaise with multiple departments

Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related fields

Tools

SAP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About The Role

We have a 12-month Placement position for an Accounting Analyst to work within our team of accountants and financial analysts who are involved with the accounts preparation and financial management of Lockheed Martin UK Ltd and other associated legal entities. This will enable you to gain significant experience in the financial and accounting activities of a major international corporation, working in a challenging environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Support the team by gathering and analyzing data from ledgers and various financial systems. Use Excel and other tools to present insights and contribute to financial decision-making.
• SAP System Experience: Gain hands‑on experience with SAP, one of the most widely‑used financial systems globally. You’ll manage financial transactions, accounting tasks, and become proficient in an essential business tool.
• Month‑End & Year‑End Support: Get involved in critical month‑end and year‑end activities such as journal posting, reconciliations, and financial reporting, providing you with a real‑world understanding of the financial closing process.
• External Audit Interaction: Assist in preparing for external audits and work closely with auditors, gaining exposure to the audit process and learning how financial compliance is maintained in a large multinational company.
• Process Improvement: Be part of projects that improve financial processes, internal controls, and efficiency across the finance team. Your contributions will help shape the future of financial operations.
• Special Projects: Take ownership of or assist with ad‑hoc financial projects that challenge you to think critically and expand your financial knowledge.

What We Offer

• Hands‑On Experience: A chance to work with experienced professionals on real world Accounting tasks and gain insights into the workings of a global corporation.
• Training & Development: Access to training sessions, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to help you develop valuable skills that will set you apart in your career.
• Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with professionals across the business, and expand your professional network in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Career Progression: Many of our previous trainees have gone on to secure permanent roles within the company after completing their placement, providing a solid foundation for your career.
• At Lockheed Martin UK, our Early Careers roles provide a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and innovation while advancing your own career. As a proud Gold Member of The 5% Club, an exclusive group of UK employers dedicated to investing in apprentices and graduates and named in The JobCrowd’s top companies for graduates and apprentices in Engineering, Manufacturing, and Management, we’re renowned for our commitment to developing emerging talent.

Whether your passion lies in engineering, cyber security, project management, or business operations, you’ll be working on groundbreaking projects that have a real-world impact. Supported by mentorship from industry experts, continuous development programmes, and a clear path for growth, you’ll be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible, helping to create a safer, more connected world.

Required Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• General knowledge of business and financial matters
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheets (Excel)
• Able to work to tight deadlines and balance a number of competing priorities
• Attention to detail, accuracy and articulate
• Great commitment and high motivation required
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to liaise with all levels of the organisation, multiple departments and external customers/auditors
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen to others and adapt accordingly when necessary
• Ability to evolve and improve the systems and process
• Integrity to ensure the ‘right thing’ is done, especially in the area of internal controls

Desirable Skills

• Ability to think creatively and develop new processes and applications.
• Proficient in use of word processing (Word) software and presentation (PowerPoint) software.
• Double entry bookkeeping knowledge

Desired Education

• Candidates studying for a degree in the fields of Business, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics or related areas and are expecting at least a 2:1.

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering adaptable working with the option to also work a 4-day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off.

We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Pension
• Dental
• Critical Illness
• Life Assurance
• Travel Insurance
• Employee discounts for top high street shops
• Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
• Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Competitive policies that support adaptability and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world’s leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.