Job Description Summary

The Programme Financial Controller is an exciting and new pivotal role related to new technology introduction, responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling the project financials for this exciting multi million dollar new Open Fan technology project with Dowty Propellers (A GE Aerospace company).

We are looking for a motivated and detail oriented Project Accountant to ensure the financial health and compliance of this high profile programme. The role requires a deep understanding of project accounting, reporting, collating detailed costs from our ERP system along with traceable evidence of expenditure types such as labour, materials, subcontract, purchase and work order details etc.

• Cross-Functional co-ordination across multiple functions, engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality assurance and supply chain.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the programme budget, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Provide financial input for the project proposal, including cost estimation, pricing, strategy and risk management.
• Ability to judge and propose alternate solutions to address more complicated and day to day problems.
• Conduct regular financial reviews and analysis to support decision making and maintain financial health of the project.
• Prepare and present financial reports and variance analysis along with Project dashboard to the GE Aerospace focals, NPI Programmes Leader, wider project and senior management.
• Manage project related financial transactions, including invoicing, payments, and cost allocations.
• Ensure project financial records are accurate and comply with company policies, GAAP and industry standards.
• Improve and maintain a robust project accounting system to track costs, revenue, and profitability by project work package, phase, and component.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with the project management teams.
• Develop and refine financial models and tools to support on going programme management decision making.
• Lead the initiatives to enhance the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Work with internal and external auditors ensure that financial controls and processes are robust and compliant with all relevant standards.
• Perform monthly cost and spend management activities including budgeting, forecasting, and controlling costs to ensure project financial health.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify and mitigate risks to schedule and cost.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in project scheduling and cost control processes.
• Support bid and proposal estimates using work breakdown structure methodologies to estimate the labour and material requirements and support the company strategic planning process.
• Develop a rhythm of continuous improvement to incorporate lean initiatives into day-to-day work, resulting in higher efficiency and productivity gains.
• Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments clearly and concisely to stakeholders.

• Proven experience in project accounting and financial management.
• In depth knowledge and experience of Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP Systems
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability and experience of working with customers.
• A confident and articulate communicator, both verbally and written.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is desirable - or equivalent experience gained in role.

• Experience of owning the problem, capturing inputs to drive critical decision making and analysis to deliver financial performance, ideally in a product delivery or manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and integrity in all aspects of the role.
• Demonstrated competency in using standard Microsoft applications.

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell