Senior Finance Analyst

Date Posted:Country:United KingdomLocation:GBR01:Harlow Essex Kao One Kao Park Harlow CM17 9NAPosition Role Type:UnspecifiedSenior Finance AnalystGradeP3FunctionFinanceLocationHarlow (Hybrid) onsite as per business requirements or occasional travelSC RequiredBaseline & SCDurationPermanentHoursFull-time 37hrs per week08:30 to 17:00 Mon to Thur08:30 to 13:30 FriRaytheon UK At Raytheon UK we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer we are dedicated to fuelling innovation nurturing talent and fostering a culture of excellence.Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment abundant opportunities for professional development and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together we are not just advancing technology; were building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Analyst/ Business Partner to join the Training Team. This is an area of the business that is moving at a fast pace with a strong sales forecast and further potential for growth.Reporting to the Finance Manager the Senior Finance Analyst will be responsible for providing high quality accurate and actionable financial analysis and insight to the Finance and Programme teams.The individual must have the resilience to work in a pressured environment and will be relied upon to support in the development of the AOP and 5 Year Plan Quarterly EACs monthly forecasting and variance analysis. This role would suit an individual looking to grow their potential and skill set supporting the flawless program execution of the existing portfolio.Skills and Experience Essential:Qualified accountant (CIMA preferred)Resilience to work in a fast-paced changing organisationCommercially astuteProactive analytical and inquisitiveAttention to detail and process adherenceHighly organised and self-motivatedExcellent communication and presentation skillsDesirable:Relevant commercial experience in a similar defence or complex contracting environmentProject Accounting experienceExperience of working with SAP Cognos MS Office Applications (Word PowerPoint Excel)Have an existing security clearance or able & willing to achieve a level of security clearance.Responsibilities:Supporting the achievement of all metrics (bookings sales profit cash).Support in the establishment of the AOP (Annual Operating Plan) and five year plan targets.Support the Program Execution Team with Quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) reporting.Supporting new business proposals as and when required for Gate Reviews including pricing basis-of-estimate generation foreign exchange management and risks and opportunities management.Act as the financial conscience of the business and ensure Business and Financial Policy adherence.Providing financial insight to support the business risk & opportunities process (development analysis mitigation & review).Building a network with all Stakeholders.Champion best practice and look to improve systems and processes.Support the Finance Manager to develop meaningful financial analysis to support new business investment decisions and pricing.Ad-hoc financial analysis and decision support.Benefits and Work CultureBenefitsCompetitive salaries.25 days holiday statutory public holidays plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr)Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)Company bonus scheme (discretionary).6 times salary Life Assurance with pension.Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes including Health Cashplan Dental and Cycle to Work amongst others.Enhanced sick pay.Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity paternity & shared parental leave.Car / Car allowance (dependant on grade/ role)Private Medical Insurance (dependant on grade)Work Culture37hr working week although hours may vary depending on role job requirement or site-specific arrangements.Early 1.30pm finish Friday start your weekend earlyRemote hybrid and site based working opportunities dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.A grownup flexible working culture that is output not time spent at desk focussed. More formal flexible working arrangements can also be requested and assessed subject to the role. Please enquire or highlight any request to our Talent Acquisition team to explore the flexible working possibilities.Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.RTX Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington Virginia USA but with over 180000 employees globally across every continent RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses Collins Aerospace Systems Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon.Supporting over 35000 jobs across 13 UK sites RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over 2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4000 suppliers across England Scotland Wales and Northern Ireland. Were investing in all corners of the country supporting 29040 jobs in England 3040 in Northern Ireland 1900 in Scotland and 1600 in Wales.RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity color religion gender sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and TermsRequired Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Accounting Software,Time Management,Accounts Administration,Accounts Receivable,Accounts Reconciliation,Administrative Skill,Leadership skills,Accounting & Finance,Accounts Management,Communication,Analysis Skills,Relationship Management,Team Player Spirit,Budgeting Skills,Accounts Payable Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1