Our client has an opportunity for a Business Controller/Management Accountant to join them on a contract basis until March 2026. The Business Unit controlling, i.e. management accounting, work is varied and requires strong analytical skills. There will be both recurring and ad-hoc activities, on which there will be a drive to make the processes leaner, together with project-based opportunities. Role : Business Controller / Management Accountant Location : Filton - 100% onsite whilst training and then 60% onsite as a minimum thereafter Hours : 35 per week Hourly Rate : Up to £46.30 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance : BPSS required to start What you'll be doing: In support of the central controlling teams, drive the annual budget and quarterly forecast process across all business units, ensuring robust financial planning and consistency with company financial objectives Contribute, working closely with the local business / operational managers, in defining / proposing the list of improvement projects eligible for inclusion in the budget assumption pack for the business units, validating the relevant financial information (sizing, business case & ROI) for decision making Manage the provision of robust and topical financial reporting to local & central operational / controlling teams to ensure visibility of performance versus target and early warning of potential financial risks Challenge operational performance and support / advise management in achieving their targets by driving improvement measures and mitigation actions on all financial topics Participate in the assessment of business cases / proposals for operational investments and performance improvement projects, ensuring robust challenge of assumptions and financial evaluations Financial controlling activity in the categories: Recurring Cost, Inventory, Non-Recurring Cost and Capex Jigs / Tools (on request) Requirements: Qualified Accountant Preferred (CIMA) or have a minimum of 5 years working in a business partnering or management accounting role Ability to use own initiative and work autonomously Experience in business partnering i.e. budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Project accounting rather than monthly experience Knowledge and experience in SAP or equivalent financial reporting tools Ability to work in a dynamic, enthusiastic team and to contribute with a positive, proactive mindset Strong communication skills - multiple stakeholders at different levels and in different countries Continuous improvement mindset If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply! Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!