Cost Base Accountant — Drive Cost Optimisation

BAE Systems; Frimley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is looking for a Cost Base Accountant to optimize performance through cost analysis and reporting. This role requires strong skills in cost management, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced environment. The position accommodates flexible working arrangements, primarily on-site. Join our Edgewing JV to influence the future of defense and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and integrity.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience of cost and management accounting.
• Good understanding of organizational efficiency drivers.
• Ability to convey financial concepts simply.
• Problem-solving mentality in dynamic environments.
• Proven experience in establishing processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse the cost base for performance optimisation.
• Conduct analysis of monthly actuals for cost drivers.
• Support calculation of rates and price investigation.
• Assist budget holders with ad-hoc queries.
• Support delivery of optimization initiatives.

Skills

Cost and management accounting

Organizational efficiency

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Process establishment

Financial qualification (or studying towards)

Job description

A leading defence contractor in the United Kingdom is looking for a Cost Base Accountant to optimize performance through cost analysis and reporting. This role requires strong skills in cost management, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced environment. The position accommodates flexible working arrangements, primarily on-site. Join our Edgewing JV to influence the future of defense and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and integrity.