Finance Analyst - Costing and Budgeting
We are seeking a qualified accountant to lead on actualisation, forecasting, and budgeting of the cost base for QBR and IBP processes. The role involves delivering comprehensive Fixed Asset reporting, partnering with Budget Holders for timely reporting, preparing detailed cost base cash forecasts, and owning the calculation of critical rates such as costing rates, throughput, and utilisation.
The successful candidate will accurately input forecast and budget data into the SAP ERP system, support the wider team through ad-hoc analysis, and demonstrate advanced Excel proficiency. Proven experience in management accounts with a focus on costing and pricing rate calculations is essential. Strong stakeholder engagement skills are required to challenge, influence, and build effective relationships across all levels.
Desirable skills include SAP experience. Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with higher levels of security vetting potentially required based on residency history.
Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Share Incentive Plan, flexible working, employee assistance programmes, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and possibly an annual incentive.
About the Weapon Systems UK Team
Part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services, the Weapon Systems (UK) team designs, develops, manufactures, and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and engineering capabilities across air, land, and sea domains. We aim to be a trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering mission-critical solutions with innovation and commitment.
We value diversity, integrity, and merit, fostering an inclusive culture. If you have a disability or health condition affecting assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
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