At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial operations and ensure compliance with UK accounting standards.
- Company: Join L3Harris, a leader in defence tech with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, early finishes on Fridays, and generous holiday allowances.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in national security while developing your finance career.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance management and team leadership is essential.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defence tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
About this opportunity and L3Harris UK Operating at 11 sites in the United Kingdom, L3Harris supports Britain's mission to secure and strengthen the country by delivering sovereign innovation across the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris’ Bristol location is the Headquarters for our Maritime UK business – a leading global supplier of integrated marine control systems and simulation products for warships, submarines and high-end commercial marine vessels worldwide. Since its inception, L3Harris has continuously iterated upon our Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) technology and successfully exported and delivered the system to over 300 vessels across 27 navies worldwide. We have additional Maritime UK sites in Burgess Hill, Barrow-In-Furness and Portchester. Together, we are powering the Royal Navy’s adoption of autonomous surface vehicle technology as well as delivering autonomous capability to UK ports, harbours and offshore energy service providers.
We are seeking a Head of Finance to lead a team of 11 people and have overall responsibility for all financial matters in the UK for L3Harris' Maritime division.
A few of our employee benefits are:
- Hybrid working where possible, three days onsite per week
- Early finish on a Friday
- 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
- Private medical insurance with optional family cover
- Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contribution
- Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
- Group income protection
- Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme, travel insurance and electric car scheme
- Employee Family Assistance Program providing mental health and wellbeing support
- Professional membership reimbursement
What the role will involve:
The responsibilities of your role will include the following:
- Set up accounting systems and ensure accounting records are maintained compliant with UK Companies Act and UK GAAP
- Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts and annual budget
- Assist the local General Manager with monthly management reports on L3Harris' Maritime UK business performance, clearly identifying variances from plan
- Preparation of annual statutory financial statements and necessary supporting information to ensure a timely clean audit by the companies’ external auditors
- Cash management of L3Harris' Maritime UK business bank accounts and preparation of cash flow forecasts as required
- Assistance with the preparation of bid proposals for contract changes and new opportunities and review subcontractor pricing submissions
- Prepare and introduce best practice accounting policies and procedures for all L3Harris' Maritime UK business accounting matters
- Ensure sound financial controls are established and rigorously followed
- Responsible for all UK tax matters (including Corporation tax and VAT)
- Responsible for maintaining accounts and records in alignment with projects and other accounting functions
- Review involvement in an implementation would be highly desirable
- Leadership experience, managing a team of other finance professionals
Head of Finance employer: Harris Geospatial Solutions
L3Harris is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment in Bristol, where employees are empowered to excel in their roles while contributing to critical national security missions. With a strong focus on professional growth, L3Harris provides generous benefits such as hybrid working, extensive holiday allowances, and comprehensive health support, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The company's commitment to innovation in defense technology, coupled with its supportive culture and opportunities for career advancement, makes it an attractive place for talented individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Harris Geospatial Solutions Recruitment Team
