Finance Business Partner

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a management accountant to contribute to their Nuclear sector. This role involves preparing monthly management accounts, conducting financial forecasting, and providing insightful financial analysis to support decision-making. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to sustainability and innovative energy projects. If you're a proactive individual with a knack for problem-solving and a passion for finance, this opportunity offers a platform to make a significant impact while enjoying flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Family-friendly policies

Employee networks

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant with CIMA or ACCA.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for internal relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual budgets.
• Provide financial support for bidding processes and compliance.

Skills

CIMA

ACCA

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Oracle ERP

Oracle EPM

Creative problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Commercial understanding

Technical accounting skills

Education

Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Oracle ERP

Oracle EPM

Job description

Shaping a smarter, more agile world.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. When you join us, you'll be part of a genuinely collaborative environment where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We support your personal priorities through flexible and remote working policies. Ask us about our recent pledges for Women's Equality, and our commitments as a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.'

Our Nuclear business has an exciting opportunity for a management accountant to support the sector by preparing monthly management accounts, assisting with project reviews, and providing financial analysis and advice.

Your Purpose:

1. Prepare Monthly Management Accounts, Annual Budgets, and Quarterly forecasts.
2. Conduct forecasting with commentaries and related reporting.
3. Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
4. Provide financial support and advice for bidding processes.
5. Ensure compliance with group procedures, government contracts, and statutory accounts.
6. Enable better decision-making through reliable data.
7. Monitor and communicate reasons for variances in accounts and project performance.
8. Liaise with project managers, project accountants, and the market team.
9. Undertake monthly project reviews with the project management community.
10. Support the Nuclear FD with ad-hoc initiatives and analysis.

What you can bring:

1. Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
2. Experience in business partnering.
3. Creative problem-solving skills.
4. Team player attitude.
5. Strong interpersonal skills for internal relationship building.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and exposure to Power BI.
7. Experience with Oracle ERP and Oracle EPM.
8. Good commercial understanding and technical accounting skills.
9. Knowledge of tax and compliance matters.
10. Strong communication skills across all levels of management.
11. Willingness to travel.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are committed to a sustainable future, supporting the UK's Net Zero target by 2050 through innovative energy projects, including nuclear, renewables, and energy efficiency. We value diversity and inclusion, actively promoting equal opportunities, and supporting underrepresented groups. We are Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We aim for more women in senior roles and have signed the AXIS Pledge for equality in pay, leadership, and opportunities.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on the job requirements. The process is managed by UKSV and may include proof of UK residency for 5 years or more. Please do not include details of security clearance in your application.

We promote a diverse, inclusive community with family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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