Finance Operations Administrator

GKN; Blackwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a numerate and proactive individual to join our East Cowes Manufacturing Centre of Excellence as a Finance & Analysis support role. The role reports to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager and involves accounting, month-end reporting, ERP data management and leveraging AI to improve reporting and efficiencies.

No prior finance experience is required as full training will be provided; you should be comfortable with advanced Excel, have strong numeracy, and possess

Qualifications

• Numerate and articulate with a keen eye for detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop finance skills with training provided.
• Strong communication skills and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support Programme accounting and month-end reporting.
• Maintain and update rolling financial models for projects.
• Process journals and assist with month-end/ year-end close activities.
• Assist accounts payable and reconciliation activities; ensure data accuracy.
• Manage ERP data and perform data quality checks on financial master data.
• Explore AI tools to automate reporting and improve efficiency.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Numeracy

Communication skills

Attention to detail

AI literacy

Tools

ERP systems

AI reporting tools

Job description

Based in our thriving East Cowes Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, and reporting into the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, this is a newly created role with the intention of providing financial and operational support across Programme accounting, month-end reporting, transactional finance and ERP data management activities.
The role will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial information, supporting business performance reporting, and maintaining financial systems integrity.
No previous experience of finance or accounting is necessarily required, as full training will be given - we're looking for someone numerate and articulate, with an eye fo detail, the right energy, a positive attitude, advanced Excel skills, and a confidence in understanding how to best utilise AI to find reporting improvements and efficiencies across modelling and spreadsheet management., Financial Reporting
Maintain & update rolling financial models; Support the preparation of business review presentations & financial reporting packs; Optimise latest AI technologies to automate current reporting processes
Journal Processing & Month-end activities
Post & validate prepared journals in accordance with financial controls; Support month-end and year-end close activities; Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and within reporting deadlines.
Programme & Cost Reporting
Support projects aimed at improving financial reporting & cost allocation; Maintain alignment between overhead and programme reporting structures; Assist with Programme performance analysis and reporting improvements
Accounts Payable & Reconciliations
Assist in preparation of evidence for Balance Sheet reconciliation activities; Assist with the cost allocation of AP invoices; Systems & Data Management; Perform data check of new Business Partner form; Set up and maintain financial cost centres; Ensure financial master data remains accurate and compliant with reporting requirements
ERP & Ledger Administration
Run & analyse sub-ledger reports; Carry out ERPLM system housekeeping activities; Support continuous improvement of finance system processes and controls
Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate:
Advanced Excel Skills
Strong numeracy skills with attention to detail
Confident, articulate communication skills
A positive, proactive attitude, with the willingness and ability to take ownership
Friendliness and a good sense of humour
Maturity and reliability
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career., We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.