Finance Business Unit Integrator

Boeing; Gosport; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence company in the UK seeks a Business Unit Integrator to provide financial support within a dynamic environment. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, focusing on professional skill development, and managing financial operations. Candidates should have strong communication skills, preferably with experience in operations-facing finance teams. Benefits include competitive salary, learning programs, and an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning opportunities

Excellent adoption and parental leave options

Pension plan with employer contribution up to 10%

Company paid medical plan (BUPA)

Access to well-being programs and tools

Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Operations using CSPR and EVM tool suites.
• A self-starter, comfortable with establishing required reporting processes.
• Skilled team member / contributor.

Responsibilities

• Provide management with financial support and information for decision making.
• Perform full cycle project accounting support.
• Manage monthly and quarterly financial forecasting process.

Skills

Experience working within an operations-facing finance team

Strong written and oral communication skills

Business (Financial) Acumen

IT proficient (particularly Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualified Accountant

Experience of driving and delivering business results

Education

Background in Accounting, Economics, Business, Finance

Tools

CSPR

COBRA

Open Plan

Job description

Finance Business Unit Integrator

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

The Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) team is looking for a Business Unit Integrator to join the UK team, providing key financial support. There will be opportunity for some hybrid working depending on business needs. Boeing UK works closely with our customers to provide ongoing support and services to multiple public sector organisations for the UK government and MoD. This role will have the opportunity to work within a team which spans both current in‑work and new contracts within a fun and challenging business growth environment with offices in multiple sites across the UK.

The individual will have the opportunity to work on cross functional teams for both daily work as well as special projects, interacting and collaborating with other functions / teams such as Programme Management, Engineering, Supply Chain as well as interactions with other elements of the UK&I Finance & Commercial team such as Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis. It will be key that the successful individual partners with key contacts across the business in support of Financial Operations for the programme they will be supporting.

There will be a focus on skill development and career progression throughout the different areas of the finance function and the individual will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a pro‑active, fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Opportunities for professional development with external accreditations are also available for further career development. We will do our utmost to develop you and to ensure that you progress within the team, and enjoy a full career with Boeing. At Boeing we’re committed to rewarding excellence and fostering an inclusive environment where team members are seen, heard, valued, respected and fully engaged.

Responsibilities

Act as senior financial analyst providing the management team financial support and information to enable timely and accurate decision making

Full cycle project accounting support depending on their stage in the life cycle (which could include proposal development, implementation & execution through to contract closure)

Perform financial Estimates At Complete (EAC) support in collaboration with Business Partners and cross‑functional teams to support the work scope, and provide regular reporting and presentations to Senior Leadership

Utilize Earned Value Management techniques and tools to interpret, analyze and understand monthly performance information, the drivers behind any cost variances and support the preparation of mitigation and action plans to resolve any issues

Extracting data and compiling performance reports while assisting with preparing variance analyses

Manage the monthly and quarterly financial forecasting process across designated business areas and contracts

Calculate the potential impact of Risks and Opportunities and support operational teams to identify and implement mitigation plans driving profitabilit

Calculate programme performance including progress to plan, performance taken, and remaining effort, including effects on Orders, Revenue, Earnings & Cash

Provide in‑depth analysis and recommendations for the business and support strategy development and strategic direction for the financial operations team

Support consistency and standardization across the wider BDUK Financial Analysis team, ensuring compliance to Boeing standards and requirements

Support the development of performance reporting metrics and management information for use by programme leadership team

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working within an operations‑facing finance team, acting as a Business Partner to key Operational Managers & Executives
• A self‑starter, comfortable with establishing required reporting drumbeats and processes
• Prior experience of EVM (preferably using CSPR, COBRA and Open Plan)
• Skilled team member / contributor
• Business (Financial) Acumen
• Strong Written and Oral Communication skills
• Experience of driving and delivering Business Results
• Focus on Customer satisfaction
• IT proficient (particularly Excel, Powerpoint)
• Qualified Accountant
• Experience in Financial Operations using CSPR and EVM tool suites
• Background in Accounting, Economics, Business, Finance or Project Accounting / controlling preferred

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well‑being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning – you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

An inclusive culture – you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

Pension Plan

Employer contribution up to 10%

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

6x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme to support your on‑going personal and career development

Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs, tool and incentives

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Relocation

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)