Financial Analyst

Airbus Helicopters; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Financial Analyst at their Oxford location. The role involves assisting in financial reporting, budget analysis, and internal audits. Candidates should possess strong skills in SAP and have a background in business administration. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including private medical insurance and a retirement fund contribution.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)

Pension contributions

Annual bonus schemes

Employee purchase schemes for technology

Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Part / Newly qualified Accountant.
• Bachelor degree in business administration or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Controller to achieve its objectives.
• Produce Monthly Reports for Budget Holders and Internal Dashboard.
• Participate in Month End Close.

Skills

Strong knowledge of SAP FI and CO

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Good working knowledge of accountancy principles

MS Office and Excel proficiency

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Part / Newly qualified Accountant

Bachelor degree in business administration or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Overview

About Our Team... Airbus Helicopters is the world’s largest helicopter manufacturer and the company’s site at Oxford Airport is Britain’s civil helicopter hub. AHUK offers experience in helicopter sales, bespoke completions, maintenance and spares support. Its in-house engineering capabilities include design, customisation, installation, flight-testing and certification, as well as technical support, maintenance, training and the supply of spares for civil and military applications. AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider of helicopters and maintenance for its Defence Helicopter Flying School (MFTS) located in RAF Shawbury and RAF Valley.

Description / Overall Purpose Of The Job

As Financial Analyst you will report to the Financial Controller and assist in achieving objectives. You will be responsible for providing accurate variance analysis for departmental budgets and explaining results which are under or over budget. You will assist in the preparation of the company business plan and forecasts with reference to OPEX costs and provide an internal audit function to ensure financial controls are adhered to.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the Financial Controller to achieve its objectives
• OPEX - Monthly Reporting and Analysis; correction of errors; review meetings with Budget Holders; Monthly OPEX Consolidated Actuals vs. Budget report for FD
• Month End - participate in Month End Close
• Monthly Reporting - produce a range of Monthly Reports for Budget Holders, Internal Dashboard (includes OPEX, Productivity, Headcount, Activity Focus, etc.)
• Hours Booking - run and distribute weekly Missing Hours reports; monthly hours booking error reports and corrections; support for Administrators with hours booking issues
• Project Reporting and Managing in SAP
• Ad-hoc Reporting - produce ad-hoc reports as required (Hours & Productivity, Project Costs, reports for auditors, etc.); liaison with external auditors
• Year End - upload of OPEX budget / Cost Centre allocations / hourly rates in SAP / etc.

Knowledge And Skills

• Essential: Strong knowledge of SAP FI and CO
• Analytical, problem solving, presentation and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms with internal customers
• Good working knowledge of accountancy principles
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Use of MS Office and Excel; knowledge of Google Suite advantageous
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritise and work to tight deadlines
• A structured / methodical approach to planning/tracking tasks

Education, Qualifications or Training

• Part / Newly qualified Accountant
• Bachelor degree in business administration or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience providing theoretical and practical knowledge

Desirable

• Experience in an accounting/controlling department is desired
• Overhead and hourly rate experience preferable

About You

• Analytical, problem solving, presentation and communication skills
• Keen to deliver a “service approach” to other departments
• Strong team player
• Flexible approach for month end and year end deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal customers
• Good attention to detail with high level of accuracy
• Good time management
• Creative, Innovative and uses Initiative

Additional Requirements

• Due to the nature of this position you will require DBS Security Clearance and be eligible for SC clearance
• Applicants must meet any/all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations
• Develop contact with Group colleagues and external auditors as required

The Reward

In joining the Airbus family, you will play a critical part in delivering the most efficient helicopters for its customers, who serve, protect, save lives and carry passengers in demanding environments. On top of your competitive base salary, you will have access to the following benefits via Airbus salary sacrifice schemes:

• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) - single cover for employees paid by the company
• Pension: Auto-enrolled into the Airbus Group UK Retirement Fund; AH contributes 6%, employee 4%
• Share Incentive Plan and ESOP; Annual share schemes at company discretion
• Success Share, Discretionary Group bonus scheme (conditions apply)
• Bikes to Work (up to £3,000) employee purchase scheme
• Technology (employee purchase scheme)
• Mydrive (employee car purchase scheme)
• Den-Plan (employee purchase scheme)
• Health-care Cash Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance (employee purchase scheme)
• Health Assessments
• Travel Insurance
• Financial/Legal Advice (e.g., Will-writing; Lasting Power of Attorney)

Data Protection

By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Helicopters UK Ltd

Employment Type

Permanent

Experience Level

Professional

Job Family

Controlling

Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all. We will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in a recruitment process. Any impersonation should be reported to [e-mail].

At Airbus, we support flexible working arrangements where possible.