Financial Auditor

MBDA Missile Systems; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in Stevenage is seeking a Compliance Specialist to enhance internal controls and align financial operations with anti-corruption standards. This role requires a degree in Finance or Accounting along with proven experience in financial audit and an analytical mindset. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with finance teams to ensure effective risk management and promote ethical practices. The position offers a salary of approximately £46,000 with various benefits including a company bonus and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional days flexi leave

Enhanced parental leave options

Subsidized meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience within financial audit or internal control roles.
• Strong analytical and investigative mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen internal controls and align financial operations with anti-corruption standards.
• Collaborate with Finance and other directorates for effective risk management.
• Support the prevention of fraud and corruption across the entity.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Integrity and ethical standards

Financial process understanding

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Audit

Certification in compliance or forensic audit

Job description

Overview

As MBDA grows its international exposure, this role strengthens internal controls and aligns financial operations with anti-corruption standards such as UKBA, Sapin 2 and ISO 37001. This position sits within the Group Compliance Directorate and works with Finance for financial controls and with other directorates for non-financial controls to support risk management and the prevention of fraud and corruption across the entity. The objective is to bridge finance and compliance in a complex, multinational environment, raise awareness, and foster an ethical culture across diverse teams. The Line Manager will be located in France, but there is a UK Compliance team to work with day-to-day.

What we can offer you

• Salary: Circa £46,000, depending on experience
• Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 - 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. After offer, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we offer beyond salary

• 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: Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements available for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more

Responsibilities and expectations

The opportunity is to strengthen internal controls and align financial operations with anti-corruption standards. The role sits within Group Compliance and collaborates with Finance and other directorates to ensure effective risk management and support the prevention of fraud and corruption across the entity.

What we are looking for from you

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, or equivalent
• Additional certification in compliance or forensic audit (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFE, or similar) is a plus
• Proven commercial experience within financial audit, internal control, or financial controlling roles
• Previous exposure to compliance topics, particularly anti-corruption or fraud prevention, is strongly preferred
• Experience in a multinational or regulated environment is a plus
• Strong analytical and investigative mindset
• Deep understanding of financial processes and internal controls
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• High ethical standards, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information

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 defend freedom.

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