Job Description
As a Senior Financial Systems Specialist at BAE Systems, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our finance systems as part of Finance Modernisation. This exciting opportunity is focused on managing and enhancing the finance systems that drive business success.
We are seeking an experienced professional with a solid background in accounting and finance to lead our SAP S/4HANA FI/CO team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with system administration, reporting, and driving process improvements within the finance sector.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Collaborating closely with the wider Finance Systems team and IM&T supporting downstream/upstream toolsets
* Supporting the Finance Function with month-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring financial data integrity and compliance
* Managing and directing multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, ensuring alignment with financial reporting requirements and systems administration
* Leading automation projects to improve system efficiency and accuracy, identifying and implementing process improvements to drive performance
To succeed in this role, you will require advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven insights to support financial decision-making. You should also have in-depth knowledge of finance systems and processes, ensuring integration and functionality across financial operations.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
* Extensive experience with SAP S/4HANA FI/CO or similar ERP systems, including system administration, reporting, and driving process improvements within the finance sector
* Solid background in accounting and finance, with a comprehensive understanding of financial systems and their impact on business performance
* Proven ability to collaborate with third-party consultants and developers to resolve system issues, optimise processes, and drive cross-functional improvements
Benefits
B AE Systems offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a range of flexible working arrangements, employee share plans, and discounts on health and wellbeing services.