Finance Analyst – Working Capital
Location:
Manor Royal, Crawley, United Kingdom Salary: Up to £70k Working Arrangement:
Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office Make a Real Impact on Business Performance
Join a leading global technology organisation with a strong presence across the UK, operating in sectors including defence, space, aerospace and digital security. With a workforce of more than 83,000 employees worldwide and over 7,500 people in the UK, the organisation delivers innovative technology solutions that support national security, stability and business growth. As a
Finance Analyst – Working Capital , you will play a key role in improving business performance through effective cash flow management and working capital optimisation. Working within the UK Corporate Finance team, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Operations and Commercial functions, providing insightful analysis, reporting and forecasting across receivables, payables, inventory and capital expenditure. By transforming complex financial data into meaningful insights, you will help identify risks, trends and opportunities, support strategic decision-making and contribute to improved cash performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant, or someone qualified by experience, who has strong analytical skills and enjoys turning financial data into actionable business insights. What You'll Be Doing
Analyse key working capital metrics, including receivables, payables, inventory, customer advances and capital expenditure.
Develop insightful reports, dashboards and forecasts to support effective business decision-making.
Partner with Finance, Operations and Commercial teams to identify opportunities to improve cash flow and working capital performance.
Prepare monthly cash flow and working capital reports for senior leadership.
Identify financial trends, risks and opportunities, translating complex data into clear recommendations.
Investigate discrepancies in financial data and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including the use of AI and automation to enhance cash analysis and reporting processes.
What We're Looking For
Qualified or part-qualified accountant, or qualified by experience.
Experience in cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis or operational finance.
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with complex financial data.
Experience using ERP systems or business intelligence tools.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and recommend practical solutions.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial insights clearly to a range of stakeholders.
A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across Finance, Operations and Commercial teams.
A proactive mindset, with an interest in continuous improvement, automation and data-driven decision-making.
What's on Offer?
You'll benefit from a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Performance-related bonus.
Half-day Fridays, usually finishing around 13:00.
28 days' annual leave, plus
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