Job Description
Senior Project Accountant
Location: BAE Systems Broad Oak (Hybrid)
Contract: 12 Months
Rate: £30.00 PAYE / £40.33 Umbrella (Inside IR35)
We are seeking an experienced Project Finance Lead to join a high-profile programme, providing financial leadership and commercial support across a portfolio of complex projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, partnering with project teams to drive financial performance and support key business decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for assigned projects.
- Provide financial insight and challenge to project managers and key stakeholders.
- Monitor project costs, risks, and opportunities to ensure accurate financial performance.
- Produce monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Support business cases, investment decisions, and project reviews.
- Ensure compliance with financial controls, governance, and internal policies.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial information.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting.
Key Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a Project Finance, Project Controls, or Finance Business Partner role.
- Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting experience.
- Experience supporting complex projects or programmes.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge (SAP or similar ERP desirable).
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) desirable but not essential.
If you're looking for your next contract opportunity and have the experience to support major projects in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Locations
V06203 - Project Finance Lead in Hampshire, Portsmouth employer: Outsource Uk
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow that fosters innovation and professional growth. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the defence sector while enjoying a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. The role of Mechanical Auxiliary Engineer not only provides competitive pay but also the chance to contribute meaningfully to projects that make a real difference in global security.
