Project Finance Analyst
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Project Finance Analyst in Rochester, providing crucial financial control and reporting for a portfolio of projects within the Electronic Systems division.
// Key Responsibilities
- Financially manage and report on a suite of projects.
- Support project teams with financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
- Identify financial risks and opportunities, challenging assumptions.
- Ensure project compliance with company policies and operational frameworks.
- Proactively seek process improvements for team and business efficiencies.
// Role Specification
BAE Systems is seeking a Project Finance Analyst to join our finance team within the Electronic Systems division, based in Rochester. This role is integral to an Integrated Project team, where you will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial control and reporting for a group of projects, ensuring they meet their financial commitments.
Core Duties:
- Financially manage a portfolio of projects and fulfil all associated reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and support line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts.
- Partner with project teams to analyse budgets and variances, challenging assumptions to identify potential financial risks and opportunities.
- Prepare financial reports by extracting and validating data from various sources.
- Ensure all projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual, satisfying all internal control requirements.
- Proactively identify and implement improvements to local processes and working practices to enhance efficiencies across the team and the wider business.
About the Project Finance Team:
The Project Finance team fosters a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development. We offer support for further qualifications after a qualifying period. Through this role, you will develop strong commercial finance capabilities, gain confidence in stakeholder influence, and play a significant part in shaping financial decision-making within the business.
About BAE Systems:
At BAE Systems, you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. We offer lifelong learning, meaningful work, and an environment where you can grow your career with confidence. You'll be empowered to be your best, recognised for your contributions, and enjoy tailored rewards, financial and personal wellbeing support, and a balanced lifestyle. We embrace sustainable working practices and foster a supportive culture where you can belong and make a proud difference.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that diversity in backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions can impact eligibility based on factors such as nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth. All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK.