Lead Finance Business Unit Integrator

Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is looking for a Lead Finance Business Unit Integrator to join the UK team, providing key financial support. There will be opportunity for some virtual or hybrid working depending on business needs, but this role will require regular travel to sites in Gosport, Middle Wallop and Yeovil. Boeing UK works closely with our customers to provide ongoing support and services to multiple public sector organisations for the UK government and MoD.

This role will have the opportunity to work within a team which spans both current in-work and new contracts within a fun and challenging business growth environment with offices in multiple sites across the UK. The individual will have the opportunity to work on cross functional teams for both daily work as well as special projects, interacting and collaborating with other functions/teams such as Programme Management, Engineering, Supply Chain as well as interactions with other elements of the UK&I Finance & Commercial team such as Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis.

It will be key that the successful individual partners with key contacts across the business in support of Financial Operations for the programme they will be supporting. There will be a focus on skill development and career progression throughout the different areas of the finance function and the individual will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a pro-active, fast paced, dynamic environment. Opportunities for professional development with external accreditations are also available for further career development.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the Lead BUI providing the management team financial support and information to enable timely and accurate decision making
• Support and guidance for the Apache BUI team
• Working closely with the Head of UK Apache Delivery Programmes to provide portfolio support and analysis
• Effective working and communication with the Financial Analysis team
• Full cycle project accounting support depending on their stage in the life cycle (which could include proposal development, implementation & execution through to contract closure)
• Perform financial Estimates At Complete (EAC) support in collaboration with Business Partners and cross-functional teams to support the work scope, and provide regular reporting and presentations to Senior Leadership
• Utilize Earned Value Management techniques and tools to interpret, analyze and understand monthly performance information, the drivers behind any cost variances and support the preparation of mitigation and action plans to resolve any issues
• Extracting data and compiling performance reports while assisting with preparing variance analyses
• Manage the monthly and quarterly financial forecasting process across designated business areas and contracts
• Calculate the potential impact of Risks and Opportunities and support operational teams to identify and implement mitigation plans driving profitability
• Calculate programme performance including progress to plan, performance taken, and remaining effort, including effects on Orders, Revenue, Earnings & Cash
• Provide in-depth analysis and recommendations for the business and support strategy development and strategic direction for the wider finance team
• Support consistency and standardization across the wider BDUK Financial Analysis team, ensuring compliance to Boeing standards and requirements
• Support the development of performance reporting metrics and management information for use by programme leadership team

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience working within an operations-facing finance team, acting as a Business Partner to key Operational Managers & Executives
• A self-starter, comfortable with establishing required reporting drumbeats and processes
• Prior experience of EVM (preferably using CSPR, COBRA and Open Plan)
• Skilled team member/contributor
• Business (Financial) Acumen
• Strong Written and Oral Communication skills
• Experience of driving and delivering Business Results
• Focus on Customer satisfaction
• IT proficient (particularly Excel, Powerpoint)
• Qualified Accountant
• Experience in Financial Operations using CSPR and EVM tool suits.
• Background in Accounting, Economics, Business, Finance or Project preferred

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance for which UK residency is required.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.