Project Accountant Implementation

Location: Scotstoun, Onsite – 3 days a week

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: Up to £47,000 dependent 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.

The Project Accountant will deliver ongoing support across Project Finance as well as the wider Finance function on the River Class Destroyer Programme. Emphasis will be Customer focused Project Finance delivery, aiding the Naval Ships Business Unit in the effective and profitable delivery of the RCD Programme through all financial aspects of the project lifecycle. The role will build good relationships across multiple functions and improve and apply common and consistent Project Finance processes, as part of a culture of performance excellence and “right first time” activity and optimised key financial controls.

Core duties:

• You will deliver accurate month‑end and project reporting, providing clear analysis of in‑year financial performance.
• Ensure you support project teams throughout the contract lifecycle, including setup, forecasting, trading, invoicing and closure.
• This role will require you to review, analyse and prepare customer travel claims in line with National Joint Council guidance and Canadian rules.
• You will produce timely insights, analysis, and business intelligence to drive considerable business and project performance.
• Help maintain an effective working‑capital cycle and enable informed decision‑making across projects.

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in project finance, with a solid understanding of forecasting and reporting processes.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel at an intermediate to advanced level.
• Working towards CIMA, ACCA, or an equivalent qualification (preferred but not essential).

The Project Accountant supports Project Finance and the wider RCD (River Class Destroyer) Programme in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Working within a growing team, they contribute to solid financial controls, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, with long‑term opportunities following significant new order intake.

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.

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: 8th May 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.