Finance Manager Uk, Accounting, Reporting And Planning

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience

What we can offer you:

• Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Parental benefits including up to 26 weeks full pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal and shared parental leave
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and gym on site at Stevenage
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Typically for this role you will work 2-3 days on-site.

The opportunity:

An opportunity has arisen to join the Central Financial Accounting, Reporting and Planning team. This role with manage a team of 2 within a wider team of 5 Central Finance members.

Reporting to the Head of UK Accounting, Reporting and Planning, you will be responsible for collating information from our UK Finance Teams to facilitate accurate and timely month end and year end reporting, production of Statutory Accounts including consolidation, Balance Sheet reconciliations, Budgeting and Forecasting, and any support required by the MBDA UK Finance Director.

What will you be doing?

• Preparation of monthly estimated actuals including orders, sales and margin – understanding variances and presenting to senior finance staff at monthly meeting
• The coordination and communication of the monthly settlement and reporting process in readiness for the preparation of monthly reporting packs for each legal entity.
• Preparation of monthly management reports, understanding key variances working with the wider finance team to prepare the finance pack for the Finance Director.
• Preparation of annual statutory accounts for the UK entities including consolidated accounts and agreeing such accounts for sign off by both the Finance Director and the auditors.
• Acting as main point of contact for both external and internal auditors.
• Control and management of VAT reporting.
• Preparation of the annual budget and 5 year business plan.
• Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations, validating the integrity of source data supporting evidence.
• Assist in the development, training and motivation of your team members to ensure they are aware of and capable of delivering their objectives.
• Assist in Financial Reporting and Planning improvement plan including recommending, developing and implementing revised procedures and controls.

• Qualified Accountant, with good up to date knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting.
• Experience using SAP/SAP BW or similar ERP.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Commercial and financial awareness ideally in a long term contract accounting business.
• A proactive mind-set to ensure resolution and completion of tasks, "Can Do" attitude.
• An ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail, with an inquisitive nature to maximise the accuracy of data.
• Experienced people manager.

• As the Finance Manager you will work independently but with the support of a wider team to ensure outgoing financial data is as accurate and timely as possible and meets the needs of the user.
• An Opportunity to learn from an established team to become the specialist for the MBDA UK and its subsidiaries, within the wider Central Finance team.
• Provide a reference point for technical advice on financial accounting standards.
• Support and contribute in the implementation of process and system improvements.
• Access to professional development and career progression.

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

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.

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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.