Government Finance Analyst - Submarines

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Government Compliance Team, whose goal is to ensure that Rolls-Royce optimises returns on Government business, within the laid down conventions and regulations. The Compliance team brings together the Single Source Contract Regulations (SSCR) team and the Government Finance (GF) team to provide specialist financial advice to the business units, to enable compliance and the pricing of Government contracts in line with the relevant legal and statutory regulations.

The Government Finance Analyst reports directly to the Government Finance Business Partner – Defence Aerospace, and whilst based within the Submarines business, supports wider Rolls-Royce in understanding and justifying costs incurred across all divisions. The role will involve occasional travel to visit UK MoD and other sites such as Derby.

What you will be doing:

• Work collaboratively with the Government Finance Business Partners supporting Defence Aerospace, Submarines, Central businesses, SSCR Business Partners, and the US Government Finance team.
• Production of the UK Defence Aerospace claims for estimated and actual cost rates and additives, in support of pricing UK and US Government contracts.
• This will involve working cross functionally, with Projects/Programmes, Commercial, Operations, Purchasing, and Finance.
• Support annual audits with the UK MoD and US DoD of the actual and estimated cost rates and additives, including reconciliation to the Rolls‑Royce financial systems.
• Support preparation of statutory UK Cost Allocation Questionnaires (QMACs).
• Prepare statutory returns required in respect of Government business, principally those required by the Single Source Contract Regulations (SSCRs).
• Provide technical SSCR support to the Defence Aerospace business to include contracting and pricing advice, liaison with Commercial teams, as well as administration of the MoD’s reporting system on behalf of the Bristol teams.
• Maintain a positive working relationship when interfacing with major customers: UK and US Government representatives, as well as internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement, including transformation as it relates to Government Finance and SSCR.
• Undertake ad hoc exercises as determined by the Government Finance and SSCR Business Partners.

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Successful candidate must be part qualified/qualified accountant or qualified by experience in cost and management accounting.
• Experienced user of key finance systems, including SAP, Oracle HFM/VBM.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Effective communicator with representatives of external bodies, such as auditors from MoD, DoD, PwC, and the Single Source Regulation Office.
• Working knowledge of planning & reporting processes desirable.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate complex messages in a clear and concise manner to senior management and across the finance.
• Ability to prioritise and work under minimal supervision but also to work as an integrated team member, using initiative and original thought.
• Full training will be given in Government Finance conventions where required.

Regional Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines, an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Closing date: 12/08/2026

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.