Job Title:
Business Performance Finance Analyst
Location:
Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 2 days on site weekly
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please
speak
to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary:
£50,000 plus depending on skills and experience
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role description:
In this role, you will be part of the Submarines FP&A Business Performance team, taking
ownership
of key Financial Planning and
Analysis
processes across the business. You will play a central role in planning cycles, including forecasts, budgets and IBP submissions, as well as delivering monthly
management
reporting,
analysing
variances, and identifying risks and opportunities.
Core duties:
Working in the Submarines Financial Planning and Analysis Business Performance team
Take
ownership
of key Financial Planning &
Analysis
(FP&A) processes within the Submarines business, including planning cycles (forecast, budget, and IBP submissions), monthly
management
reporting (reporting packs, variance
analysis, risks and opportunities), quarterly business reviews and cash flow forecasting
Contribute to the delivery of key outputs and processes, ensuring deliverables to Programmes,
Leadership, Sector, Group and other stakeholders are high quality, accurate and made in line with expected timescales
Operate and enhance financial systems and processes in a dynamic and evolving environment
Ensure financial reporting, governance, and
controls
are robust and compliant with the Group and local requirements
Support continuous improvement and transformation
initiatives
within the FP&A capability centre, contributing to the implementation of the Finance Strategy and the One Finance Operating Model
Essential skills:
Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience
Sound business knowledge and commercial awareness
Good understanding of planning cycles, reporting, and accounting standards
Proficient in using financial systems to support FP&A activities
Proven
experience in financial planning &
analysis, continuous improvement and governance & compliance
Excel and data modelling skills, with the ability to interpret and present
complex
information clearly
The Financial Planning &
Analysis
Business Performance team:
As a Business Performance
Lead
within our central Financial Planning and
Analysis
Business Performance team, you will play a key role in driving forward-looking insights that enhance future business performance. You’ll work collaboratively with Programmes,
Leadership, Capability Centres, Sector, and Group teams to deliver
analytical
support and actionable insights that inform strategic
decisions. In addition, you’ll contribute to the continuous improvement of the Financial Planning and
Analysis
capability centre, helping to shape and strengthen our overall financial performance and
decision -making processes. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with
confidence
and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a
strong
sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all
candidates
and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at baesystems.com/connect
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export
control
restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict
the roles
you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All
applicants
must
as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where
applicants
must
typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for
the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date : 10th April 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for
the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
#LI-CB1
#LI-Hybrid