Accountant

Accountant

Posted 1 week ago by Belcan

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Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Filton, Gloucestershire
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Accounting Annual Budget Preparation Budgeting Business Case Business Partnering Capital Expenditure Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Finance Financial Strategy Forecasting Investments Management Management Accounting Market Trend Operational Efficiency Performance Improvement Project Accounting Return On Investment SAP Applications Stakeholder Management Strategic Decision-Making Variance Analysis Verification And Validation

Summary: The Business Controller / Management Accountant role in Bristol involves supporting strategic decision-making and driving financial performance within a global aerospace leader. The position requires a skilled accountant to lead budgeting and forecasting processes, partner with operational managers, and deliver financial insights. This contract role is expected to last for 9 months and is classified as inside IR35. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in management accounting and project accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes across business units, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Partner with operational managers to identify and evaluate improvement projects, including ROI and business case validation.
  • Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to both local and central teams, highlighting performance trends and risks.
  • Provide financial insight and challenge to operational teams, supporting them in achieving targets through actionable recommendations.
  • Evaluate business cases for capital investments and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Support controlling activities across Recurring Costs, Inventory, Non-Recurring Costs, and Capex (Jigs/Tools).

Key Skills:

  • CIMA qualified with at least 2 years' experience in a business partnering or management accounting role (or 5+ years' experience as an accountant if not qualified).
  • Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience in project accounting is essential.
  • Proficient in SAP or similar financial reporting tools.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Business Controller / Management Accountant

Location: Bristol (hybrid)

Job Type: Contract, expected 9 months

IR35: Inside

Our client is seeking a skilled and analytical Business Controller / Management Accountant to join a high-performing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant to work within a global aerospace leader, supporting strategic decision-making and driving financial performance across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes across business units, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Partner with operational managers to identify and evaluate improvement projects, including ROI and business case validation.
  • Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to both local and central teams, highlighting performance trends and risks.
  • Provide financial insight and challenge to operational teams, supporting them in achieving targets through actionable recommendations.
  • Evaluate business cases for capital investments and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Support controlling activities across Recurring Costs, Inventory, Non-Recurring Costs, and Capex (Jigs/Tools).

What We're Looking For:

  • CIMA qualified with at least 2 years' experience in a business partnering or management accounting role (or 5+ years' experience as an accountant if not qualified).
  • Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience in project accounting is essential.
  • Proficient in SAP or similar financial reporting tools.

This role is ideal for a proactive accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. As a business controller, you'll play a key role in shaping financial strategy and ensuring operational efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned management accountant or a rising business controller, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a globally recognised brand with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability.
  • Work on high-impact projects that shape the future of aerospace.
  • Enjoy a collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth and development.

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