Strategic Cost Accountant: Optimise Overheads

BAE Systems; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence company is looking for a Financial Analyst to analyse cost bases and support budget optimization at their Edgewing joint venture. This role involves financial reporting, supporting budget holders, and driving optimization initiatives. Candidates should have experience in cost accounting and the ability to simplify financial concepts for diverse stakeholders. A competitive salary starting at £53,211 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package including flexible health and wellbeing options.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in establishing processes and workflows for new teams.
• Good understanding of key drivers of organisational efficiency.
• Ability to present financial concepts understandably.

Responsibilities

• Analyse organisational costs to support performance optimisation.
• Support budget holders with financial queries.
• Deliver optimisation initiatives for the business.

Skills

Cost and management accounting

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem-solving

Financial analysis

Education

Relevant financial qualification (or studying towards it)

Job description

A leading defence company is looking for a Financial Analyst to analyse cost bases and support budget optimization at their Edgewing joint venture. This role involves financial reporting, supporting budget holders, and driving optimization initiatives. Candidates should have experience in cost accounting and the ability to simplify financial concepts for diverse stakeholders. A competitive salary starting at £53,211 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package including flexible health and wellbeing options.