Finance Analyst Functional Business Partnering

RTX Corporation; Hare Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and aerospace technology firm in the UK is seeking a finance professional to support business management and investments. This role will involve tracking performance, assisting with forecasts, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate will have AAT or CIMA/ACCA qualifications and a minimum of 2 years' experience in finance roles. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Opportunities for professional growth are a key benefit.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in finance roles required.
• Comfortable working with data and detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support headcount and financial forecasting.
• Assist in financial performance tracking.
• Track capex and change spend for project management.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organization

Proactiveness

Microsoft Excel

Education

AAT Qualified/Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA

University degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Overview

A key role reporting to the Senior Finance Manager - Operations to deliver business advice and coordinated management of functions, capital and opex investment. It will directly impact the profitability and competitiveness of the organisation and cuts across all functions and business, offering a wide exposure to senior leaders on both tactical and strategic issues.

Responsibilities

• Functional Business Partnering:
  • Help support the creation of functional headcount, utilisation and overhead forecasts, and contribute to regular reporting cycles (IBP, LRP, AOP and monthly updates).
  • Assist in tracking performance against plans and forecasts, helping to spot trends and opportunities to improve costs.
  • Help prepare for monthly SLT Rates Review Boards, supporting with data, materials and simple analysis.
  • Support the monitoring of dashboards, metrics, SLAs and service catalogues to help improve efficiency and functional performance.
  • Contribute to maintaining the Risk & Opportunities register for rates.
  • Provide support on business restructuring and indirect cost optimisation activities as required.
  • Assist with the rollout of new finance systems and processes linked to forecasting and rate management.
• Capex & Change:
  • Help track capex and change spend to make sure projects stay on plan.
  • Assist with simple ROI analysis and follow up on how projects deliver real benefits.
  • Support forecasting work, including asset capitalisation and depreciation updates.
  • Provide clear, useful updates for senior meetings and investment reviews.

Qualifications

• AAT Qualified/ Part Qualified CIMA(Preferred)/ACCA
• A University degree or equivalent
• 2+ Relevant years' experience in finance roles

Essential skills

• Comfortable working with data and detail, with the ability to summarise simple, clear messages.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and stay organised when working to deadlines.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing positively to team goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Curious about how the business works and motivated to learn.
• Developing analytical skills with an interest in building financial capability.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to bring forward new ideas.

Desirable skills

• Exposure to SAP, Excel, Power BI or other finance systems.
• Experience working with stakeholders or across different teams.
• Any experience working in a matrix environment.
• Early experience supporting problem-solving or issue resolution in academic, work, or placement settings.

About Raytheon UK

At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence. Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we\'re building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.