Finance Business Partner

MBDA Missile Systems; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MBDA Missile Systems is looking for a Finance Business Partner (Project Accountant) in Stevenage. This role involves managing financial aspects of contracts, offering the chance to work in a dynamic environment and partner with diverse teams. You will ensure timely delivery of financial information and collaborate with project teams, all while contributing to important finance initiatives. The role also includes opportunities for personal growth and career progression within a leading defence organisation.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free parking

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in long-term contract financial management.
• Proven experience of building productive working relationships.
• Knowledge of Finance IT tools including MS Excel and familiarity with SAP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of specific contracts within programs finance.
• Prepare annual budgets and multi-year business plans.
• Provide accurate financial information to project management.

Skills

Financial management

Building relationships

Contract financial management

IFRS reporting

Multi-national collaboration

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE

Tools

MS Excel

SAP R/3

SAP BW

Job description

MBDA is seeking a Finance Business Partner (Project Accountant) to join our team in Stevenage. You will have the opportunity to apply financial control to specific contracts within programmes finance, taking responsibility for all financial aspects.

Job Title: Finance Business Partner

Salary: up to circa £55,000 depending on experience

Location: Stevenage (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 2 to 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

The opportunity:

As an integral part of the team, you will provide Finance and Project Management with effective, timely, and accurate financial information while acting as a key business partner to the wider project team.

You will have the chance to collaborate with individuals from various multi-national projects and Finance teams.

• Assist in achieving and managing performance indicators for assigned contracts. Provide regular updates on progress and projected outcomes, highlighting potential risks and opportunities.
• Support and manage the preparation of multi-year business plans and annual budgets for your contracts.
• Ensure that relevant project staff are clear of their financial objectives.
• Financial management of long-term contracts, including bi-annual Estimate at Completion preparation, revenue and margin trading, intercompany trading, cash and FX management, customer reporting/interfacing.

The MBDA Programs Finance Community is a well-integrated network that values collaboration and learning from each other's experiences. Our community is dynamic, forward-thinking, and hardworking, while also making sure to prioritise building relationships both within and outside of immediate teams.

We encourage personal growth and leadership in important financial aspects of international business, such as Inter Company Trading management, Forex management, IFRS reporting, and more. This role also offers the exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in a dynamic and ever-changing area of the business. In the future, there is potential to explore various roles within the broader finance function, including treasury, accounting, cost base, and new business development.

What we're looking for from you:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE
• Proven experience of building strong and productive working relationships within multi-discipline and multinational teams
• Experience in long-term contract financial management
• Knowledge and experience of Finance IT tools:
  • MS Excel (required)
  • SAP R/3, SAP BW (desirable)

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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• Salford Quays, Central London, Staines, UK/Hybrid
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• Salford Quays, Central London, Staines, UK/Hybrid
• £55,000 per annum (Dependent on experience)