Finance Analyst - Stevenage, United Kingdom - MBDA

MBDA

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Stevenage, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Salary:
Up to £45,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits

Hybrid working pattern:
Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working
- such as 3 days in the office and 2 days at home

An opportunity has arisen within the MBDA UK bids and contract evaluation (BCE) team for a Finance Analyst.

You will collate, interpret and analyse financial data provided by bid teams, which will aid the generation of financial proposals and support thebusiness in making informed decisions about bids and future contracts.

You will be responsible for delivering financial analysis within a variety of multidisciplinary bid teams
As well as assessing their cost data, you will be expected to understand their underlying business assumptions and challenge their estimates when appropriate
These teams will look to you for advice and expertise on the finances of their bids, and you will gain insight into how the different parts of MBDA work together to ensure we can profitably deliver new projects to our customers
Your work will influence the bid teams' decisions and ensure that MBDA's financial interests are protected

What are we looking for?

You will have very good numerical and analytical ability, delivering both accurate and objective analysis of financial data
The ability to form working relationships within all levels of the organisation, and communicate your results and opinions clearly to Finance and nonFinance colleagues
You will need to manage and prioritise deadlines across multiple tasks
Some level of accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA etc.) is desirable but not essential

What's in it for you?

You will be responsible for representing Finance in bid teams which also include Commercial, Sales and Programmes colleagues, and learn about the challenges they all face as you work collaboratively to deliver profitable bids
In this role you will be interacting with teams from all MBDA nations, giving you the opportunity to build a wider network and understand how cultural differences impact business practices
Regular opportunities to present your work to various senior colleagues, up to CFO level
The opportunity to further develop your planning and task management skills, as well as your ability to react to unforeseen events quickly
There is good opportunity for career progression both within BCE and finance more generally

Join a great team

BCE are one of the largest departments within the Finance function who work in partnership with other business areas; demonstrating our great team spirit.

We pride ourselves on working together to deliver accurate results in short timeframes and to tightdeadlines

Our primary role is to ensure accurate and timely prices and estimates are prepared and approved in line with company approval processes, and ensuring we have a good business winning strategy.

It is particularly rewarding to see new orders coming into thebusiness with BCE efforts being a significant contributory factor

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

Please Note:
MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve appropriate clearances.

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