Senior Finance Business Partner

Job Description

Shaping a smarter, more agile world.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this is a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

The senior Finance business partner for ADS&T Project Accounting is responsible for overseeing major frameworks/projects within the division and taking the lead on financial compliance and regulatory reporting requirements across the division. The role will focus on operational accounting activities for Single source frameworks and major frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulations, preparing and reviewing bids from a financial perspective, reporting both internally and externally. The role will work closely with the client, delivery, and operational managers to ensure robust accounting procedures are in place. The role reports directly to the Senior Business Partner.

Your purpose:

• Operational & Financial accounting with regards to Single source frameworks and Major projects.
• Oversee/produce financial reporting required for the Single Source frameworks and major projects in line with government guidelines.
• Liaise with CAAS covering the annual audit of the SSRO rates.
• Work with the Client Managers advising on strategic bids and helping to make decisions around growth areas.
• Manage the creation and integrity of bid models utilized across the division.
• Develop the Project Accounting skills within ADS&T, through training and on-the-job knowledge transfer.
• Undertake deep dive project review on an ad hoc basis to ensure compliance with group policies.
• Responsibility for Research & Development tax credit reporting, PSA reporting, and Audit coordination.

What you can bring:

• A qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with post-qualified experience and business partnering experience.
• Knowledge of Single source regulations and reporting requirements will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of AtkinsRéalis’ finance processes, standards, and systems will be advantageous.
• The role will require some travel.
• Well-developed commercial knowledge and business understanding.
• Strong technical accounting skills & knowledge.
• Good Excel skills, strong people skills; comfortable in interacting with operational and financial staff and management at all levels of seniority.
• Collaborative approach.
• Attention to detail whilst still being able to work at a tactical level.

Why AtkinsRéalis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programs, and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritizing diversity, health, and happiness.

Within ADS&T, we have signed the "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a military-friendly employer and have been recognized with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive, and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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