Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Programme Overview
Starting in September 2026, the two-year scheme will see the successful applicants undertake four six‑month placements across a number of key disciplines, in different UK locations. The scheme will provide the successful graduate a chance to cover a diverse range of areas, fundamental to understanding successful Finance roles within Boeing. We put an emphasis on learning in the workplace with live projects, working across multiple teams and locations, supported by theoretical learning and support from colleagues and the Career Starter Team.
The successful candidate will perform a number of roles during their time on the scheme interacting with all areas of the Finance functions of the company.
Possible Rotations
Accounting
* Internal & external audits support
* Month‑end activities including journal preparation
* Posting and control and assisting on group reporting requirements
* Reconciliation preparation and improvement
* Issues management and metrics reporting
Commercial
* Creation and execution of Proposal Plan of Action to ensure bid and proposal activity is performed in accordance with Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) required governance process.
* Negotiation of contract terms & conditions
* Being the point of contact for our customers
Financial Operations (Fin Ops)
* Supporting control account managers across Boeing.
* Liaising with Project Managers and wider teams to capture forecast inputs to the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) monthly forecast process for assigned contracts.
* Provision of reporting to PMs / FP&A to explain variances against prior forecast and plan for assigned contacts.
* Collation of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) inputs to determine expected profitability of assigned contracts upon completion
Financial Planning & Analysis
* Consolidation of forecast inputs from Financial Operations on a monthly basis to facilitate creation of group reporting information.
* Collation of variance analysis for assigned business areas, partnering with the Financial Operations teams to ensure explanations are cohesive for group reporting.
* Partnering with Business Development / Strategy and PMs during the annual Long Range Business Plan (LRBP) process to ensure financial objectives are consistent with the wider Business strategy.
* Monthly tracking and reporting of overhead costs to wider basis to ensure affordability on our contracts and provide insight to take steps where necessary to address deviations from forecast.
What You’ll Get
* Work directly with a mentor in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems
* Experience our products and systems up close
* Direct interaction with our company leaders
* Build a lasting professional network
* Gain the skills and knowledge to become a future leader in Boeing
* Experience multiple Boeing locations around the UK
* Work towards attaining professional qualification
* Explore a function outside of Finance
Essential Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
* Right to work in UK – We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
* Qualified to degree level in Accounting & Finance or similar. No minimum degree grade or GPA score required.
* Confidence or willingness to present and host meetings
* Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders of all levels.
* To have forward thinking mind‑set and self‑motivated
* Effective communication skills
* Attention to detail and high focus on quality outputs
* To be inclusive and enthusiastic
* Data manipulation and analytics skills, high competency in MS Excel
PLEASE NOTE
* The successful candidate will be expected to undergo an Intrusive Security Clearance Process, which will require 5 years uninterrupted residency in the UK prior to applying.
* We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Applications for this position will be accepted until May 22, 2026.
Export Control Requirements
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom).
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
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