Finance Business Partner

Shaping a smarter, more agile world.

Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on-the-go at any one time. So when you start this role with us, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. You'll find everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed, and we're ready to help you grow.

When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So, talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. Also, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality, as well as being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.'

The business partner for ADS&T practices and Markets is responsible for maintaining and understanding the staffing side of ADS&T (Practices) along with assisting with the financial aspects of bidding, project set-up and management accounting.  The role will work closely with the practice managers and delivery and Bid/project managers along with the wider finance team to ensure robust accounting procedures are in place. The role reports directly to the Practice Finance Business Partner.

Your Purpose:

• Working with the Business Partners of the respective Markets to provide pricing and bid support to bid / project managers & Directors, including overseeing the creation and integrity of bid models.
• Working with the practice managers covering practice performance including productivity, volumes, returns etc. Along with Being their point of contact and driving best practice.
• Review overhead bookings ensuring they are appropriate along with completing accruals and prepayments as required.
• Ensuring all costs are attributed to the delivery of contracts are captured accurately in the AtkinsRéalis financial management toolset.
• Developing the project accounting skills within ADS&T, through training and on the job knowledge transfer.
• Undertake project reviews as and when required.
• Ad hoc projects and support to the Financial Controller.

What you can bring:

• A part qualified / newly qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Business partnering experience.
• 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 and good excel skills.
• Broad understanding of tax and compliance matters.
• Strong people skills; comfortable in interacting with operational and financial staff and management at all levels of seniority.
• Well-developed communication and influencing skills. 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 programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising 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 recognised 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 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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