Assistant finance business partner

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.

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Our Nuclear business has a great opportunity for a management accountant to work within our sector to support the business in preparing the monthly management accounts, support the project review process and provide wider financial support, analysis and advice.

Your Purpose:

• The Assistant Finance Business Partner (AFBP) will be a key member of the Nuclear finance team supporting all the markets and their respective finance business partners in all aspects of finance.
• Regular review of project forecasts and liaising with project managers to ensure detailed understanding of individual projects’ financial performance.
• Supporting in the preparation of operational budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Helping with the management of cash-flow; monitoring performance and providing support to the business, as well as discussions with the central teams regarding billing and debt collection.
• Liaison with group functions as appropriate on tax, treasury, commercial, cosec and accounting issues.
• Contribution towards accounting for Joint Ventures and the management of related cash processes and project bank accounts.
• Ad hoc tasks and support to the FBPs abd finance director.
• Ownership of periodic financial reporting requests and internal process returns.
• Involvement with wider AtkinsRéalis financial improvement initiatives and transformational changes.

What you can bring:

• Enthusiastic to learn about and appreciate, the financial requirements and processes within a large engineering consultancy market.
• Great inter-personal skills; and comfortable in dealing with senior colleagues.
• Strong Excel spreadsheet skills and exposure to Power BI is advantageous.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritise own workload
• Strong sense of ownership, drive and ability to deliver results.
• Great attention to detail.
• Good team player with positive attitude.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills with an ability to analyse information and processes.
• Knowledge and experience of the following would be an advantage: Oracle EBS; Power BI; Hyperion HFM; PBCS.
• Experience of working in an accounting function, especially an engineering consultancy, would be a significant advantage.

This role would be suitable for an individual that has recently graduated with a relevant accounting degree or an individual with good A levels wishing to pursue an accountancy career for which a study package will be provided.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

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 of 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 ability.

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