Role Overview :
Our client is currently recruiting for multiple Accountants to work at their facility in Filton, Bristol. The Business Unit controlling (i.e. management accounting) work is varied and requires strong analytical skills. There will be both recurring and ad-hoc activities, on which there will be a drive to make the processes leaner, together with project-based opportunities
*Suitable candidates MUST have experience in budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis, any experience in the manufacturing, engineering or aviation industries would be of interest*
Responsibilities
1. In support of the central controlling teams, drive the annual budget and quarterly forecast process across all business units, ensuring robust financial planning and consistency with company financial objectives
2. Contribute, working closely with the local business / operational managers, in defining / proposing the list of improvement projects eligible for inclusion in the budget assumption pack for the business units, validating the relevant financial information (sizing, business case & ROI) for decision making
3. Manage the provision of robust and topical financial reporting to local & central operational / controlling teams to ensure visibility of performance versus target and early warning of potential financial risks
4. Challenge operational performance and support / advise manag...