Role: Finance Analyst Location: Bristol or Gosport Duration: 6 months Role Type: Hybrid 3 days onsite Salary: Depending on experience Overview: An opportunity has arisen with our globally renowned aerospace client as a Finance Analyst, providing financial support across a portfolio of defence programmes and contracts. Working within a dynamic and collaborative environment, the successful candidate will partner with Programme Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support effective financial operations and informed business decision-making. This role offers exposure to both existing and emerging programmes supporting Government and Defence customers, with opportunities for professional development and career progression within a high-performing finance function. Key Responsibilities: Act as a trusted finance business partner, providing programme teams and senior management with timely financial insight and analysis to support decision-making. Deliver full lifecycle project accounting support, from bid and proposal activities through programme execution to contract closure. Develop and maintain Estimates at Complete (EACs) in collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing accurate forecasts and performance reporting. Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to analyse programme performance, identify cost variances, and support mitigation plans. Produce financial reports, variance analyses, and management information to support programme governance and operational performance. Manage monthly and quarterly forecasting processes across designated programmes and business areas. Assess financial risks and opportunities, supporting operational teams to implement actions that improve programme performance and profitability. Monitor programme performance against key financial metrics, including orders, revenue, earnings, cash flow, and remaining effort. Provide strategic financial recommendations to support operational and business objectives. Support the development and standardisation of financial processes, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics across the wider finance function. Ensure compliance with the clients financial policies, procedures, and governance requirements. Key Skills and Experience: Experience working within a programme, project, or operational finance environment. Strong financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and project accounting capability. Proven experience partnering with operational managers and senior stakeholders. Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), Estimates at Complete (EAC), and programme financial controls. Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to establish effective reporting processes and work proactively within a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Experience: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Previous experience within the defence, aerospace, or government sectors. Familiarity with Cost Schedule Performance Reporting (CSPR) and programme control toolsets. Background in accounting, finance, economics, project accounting, or programme controls. JBRP1_UKTJ
