The post holder will be responsible for working with specific functions within the business to support them in achieving their financial targets and driving improvement. This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified Accountant to gain experience as a Finance Business Partner in the Aerospace industry. Responsibilities Play an important role in the Finance team's interactions with assigned business functions on key financial performance measures including (but not limited to): Margins Materials, subcontractor, labour and overhead costs Inventory and provisions Contract assets & liabilities Rotate within the Finance Business Partnering team to support different business functions over time, including (but not limited to): Operations Supply Chain Programmes Engineering Commercial Aftermarket Preparation of information & analysis for regular reporting packs & presentations. Preparation of other ad hoc reports & analysis for business leaders. Support the budgeting and forecasting cycles in the business with high-quality financial information. Perform internal audits and making recommendations for process improvements and strengthening of internal controls across the organisation. Support delivery of month-end reporting timetable contributing to management accounts and supporting reconciliations. Support of other finance processes as required. Reward Competitive salary Annual bonus (linked to company performance) 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service) 37.5 hours per week Flexi time working £5,000 employee referral bonus Health cash plan Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay IVF & Assisted Conception Policy Women in Buisness Membership Wellbeing Initiatives Employee Recognition scheme Long Service Awards Local charity / sponsorship activities Dedicated employee parking Discounted Gym membership Learning and development opportunities Career progression Requirements Essential Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent). Background in financial analysis. Excellent analytical skills. Strong technical accounting ability Ability to work with senior leaders in a confident and constructive manner. Excellent communication skills - in person and in writing. Strong MS Office skills, particularly in Excel Desirable Good understanding of manufacturing environments Experience of use of ERP/MRP systems We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting. Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.