At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial reporting and support key projects in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Thales, a global tech leader shaping the future of defence and security.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work with diverse teams, and enjoy a supportive culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced, innovative setting.
- Why this job: Your insights will directly influence critical missions and protect people.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience with ERP systems are essential.
The predicted salary is between 46688 - 57063 £ per year.
Supports finance project accounting for up to $12 million in fee-based revenue. Responsibilities include project reconciliation, revenue recognition, work-in-progress accounting, profitability analysis, reporting packs, estimates, invoicing, month-end management accounts, client queries, and financial policy compliance. The role collaborates closely with Finance and Client Services teams, assists with Paprika system support, resolves reporting issues, and helps improve recoverability, productivity, and business efficiency.
Manage financial reporting and forecasting for a portfolio of defence projects. Produce consolidated project reports, cost analysis, SSRO reporting, contract estimates, and dashboards. Partner with project and manufacturing stakeholders to support decision-making, maintain UK GAAP and Chorus 2.0 compliance, and support audit readiness.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead financial reporting
- Prepare consolidated project reports
- Partner with project stakeholders
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams
- Fulfil SSRO reporting requirements
- Prepare contract estimates
- Enhance financial systems
- Maintain financial integrity
- Support audit readiness
What you’ll bring:
- Confident communication skills, able to explain complex issues clearly to a wide range of stakeholders
- Solid understanding of ERP systems (ideally Oracle), TM1 and Power BI
- Ability to quickly interpret and analyse technical and financial data
- Proven experience delivering financial analysis, decision support and risk assessment in dynamic environments
- Professional qualification (ICAI, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Manufacturing sector experience is highly beneficial
- Experience with SSRO reporting and defence-sector commercial sensitivities is advantageous
Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.
Project Accountant in London employer: Thales UK Limited
Thales is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Belfast where innovation meets purpose. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and provides opportunities for professional growth, particularly in the fast-evolving fields of defence and technology. With a commitment to meaningful challenges and a focus on employee well-being, Thales empowers its team to make a significant impact on critical missions while enjoying a rewarding career.
