Finance Manager

1 week ago

Harlow, United Kingdom Matchtech Full time

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This role will be based in Harlow, Essex or Glenrothes Fife with hybrid working options available. As a Finance Manager, you will be instrumental in managing rates and government accounting, influencing both tactical and strategic aspects of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage senior leadership team relationships and lead a team of experienced professionals.
Own Long Range Plan (LRP) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) rates cycles, including developing and calculating costing and pricing rates.
Collaborate with Business Programme Finance (BPF) to maximise recoverability of R&D and bid costs.
Serve as the single point of contact for rates analysis, reporting, and queries.
Ensure RSL's financial compliance with the Defence Reform Act (DRA) and Federal Acquisition Requirements (FAR).
Manage relationships with UK MOD Auditors, the Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO), and the Defence Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
Coordinate programme reporting and audit activities with the MOD.
Plan and draft Ops Finance communications aligned to calendar requirements.

Job Requirements:

Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA Finance Manager with significant experience in a defence-related role.
Excellent people management and presentational skills.
Ability to work on multiple concurrent issues under time pressure.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, explaining financial concepts to non-financial staff.
Experience in a programme environment and knowledge of accounting for long-term contracts.
Familiarity with the Defence Reform Act, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and MoD procurement methodologies.

Desirable Skills:

Negotiation experience and effective influencing capabilities.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
Proficiency with systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office.
Creative and entrepreneurial mindset for innovative solutions.
If you are an experienced Finance Manager with a background in defence and are looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team

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