Financial Plannning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst (BDUK)

Job Description

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Introduction:

Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) have an opportunity for a Financial Plannning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst within our FP&A team located in either of our Bristol or Gosport offices.

The successful candidate will support to the BDUK portfolio, covering the three principal Business Units of Vertical Lift, Fixed Wing and Digital and Future Programmes.

The main areas of support will be in coordinating inputs to the monthly forecasting process for Orders, Revenue, Earnings and Cash. Monthly variance analysis support to the lead FP&A analyst will be a requirement in the month end close process.

As a successful candidate you will be embedded within a high performing diverse team working alongside various stakeholders across the BDUK Business. As BDUK continues to grow, there will be opportunity for career growth across the broader Finance and Commercial function. The BDUK Finance Senior Leadership team take the career development of its team very seriously and actively engage in a monthly people council in order to discuss individual development plans, talent management approaches and succession planning, meaning that the successful candidate is well placed to develop a career at Boeing for the future.

Position Responsibilities:

Working within the FP&A team, you will be expected to:

• Support the collation of monthly forecast inputs for Orders, Revenue, Earnings and Cash across the BDUK Programmes in conjunction with the Finance Business Unit Integrators (BUIs)

• Provide timely variance reporting to forecast identifying key drivers for under or over performance against forecast and plan

• Partner with the Head of Finance representatives for each of the three Business Units, together with their respective programme counterparts in order to highlight key levers for financial performance against forecast/plan and proactively drive this performance into the reported results

• Provide key support to the compilation of the Long Range Business Plan (LRBP) that defines the Orders, Revenue, Earnings & Cash targets for the BDUK Business Unit over the subsequent 5 year financial period. The LRBP is composed of the Strategic Plan constructed with input from Programme/Global Sales & Marketing (GS&M) & Strategy together with the subsequent Operating Plan that defines the tactical parameters within which BDUK will execute its strategic intent.

• Coordination of ad-hoc investment appraisal and Business Case analysis support to the wider company to help inform sound business decisions are made within the growing BDUK portfolio in a manner that aligns with the strategic plan.

• Coordination with the BDUK Finance Systems Integration focal to drive improvement in how our function maximises use of its toolset.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Possession of an accounting or finance professional qualification ideally, or at least part qualified and be actively engaged towards securing qualification in imminent future.

• Hold Business Partnering as a key strength and drive cohesion across both functional and programmatic stakeholders towards congruent business goals and objectives.

• Demonstrable commercial, business and financial acumen

• A capable communicator comfortable in briefing to both financially and non-financially minded individuals that provides insight into financial performance and then alignment on business decisions going forward.

• A proven ability to see opportunities and risks and to manage them to create enhanced value for the organisation.

• Prior experience of contracting with the UK Ministry of Defence or equivalent is desirable but not essential.

• An adaptable and resilient character competent at multi-tasking and managing time/input across a range of competing priorities, leveraging the support of the team to ensure timely and successful achievement of objectives.

• A team player that collaborates with the wider Finance Senior Leadership team (FSLT) across business, people and financial priorities.

• You will be an energetic self-starter with a willingness to learn and pursue your career development with Boeing.

• Be proficient in using the basic Microsoft Word applications such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning – you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• Diverse and inclusive culture – you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

• 6x annual salary life insurance

• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

• Maternity, paternity, parental and adoption leave options

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorization :

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a Security Clearance Process, which will require 5 years uninterrupted residency in the UK prior to applying.

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.