Finance Manager (Defence)

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Job description

Requisition ID: RCategory: Business ManagementLocation: New Malden - POST-LON, United KingdomCitizenship Required: United Kingdom CitizenshipClearance Type: Security Check (SC)Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Occasional/Part-Time Teleworking for this positionTravel Required: Yes, 25% of the TimePositions Available: 1At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Defence OU Finance Manager leads the Defence Operating Unit (DOU) Business Management team overseeing all finance aspects of its customers and contracts of work in a rapidly changing, growing and fast-paced environment. The role is the strategic finance partner to the DOU Director, accountable for the accuracy and transparency of all financial aspects within the operating unit, working alongside the Programme function and supporting several contracts simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the Defence OU BM team to deliver a professional, effective and value-add service to the highest standards and develop a flow of finance talent into the businessAccountable for effective collaboration with all areas of the Operating Unit, maintaining Project Finance engagement and delivery with both the current and future landscapes in mindPartner with the DOU leadership team, delivering effective, accurate and timely management information and analysis to directly influence Programme and wider business decisionsFulfil Internal and Customer reporting requirements, including the Forecast, AOP (Annual Operation Plan), PMR (Programme Management Review) and contractual customer reportingLead and control all project schedules, Earned Value Management (EVM), KPIs and cost report deliverables for the BM teamEnsure that accounting for each contract within the portfolio is compliant with GAAP and company policyWork closely with the Business Manager on the annual Questionnaire on Method of Cost Allocation (QMAC) and be the main contact with MoD auditPartner the DOU Director to deliver the AOP, building strategic business plans supporting growth within the Operating Unit and managing opportunities and sensitivities for both current and strategic planningBe the main contact for all new DOU accounts/frameworks and oversee all new pricing requirementsCo-ordination of cEAC processes, making sure all projects are reviewed regularlyManage the resourcing of all programme finance requirements, aligning and optimising the team's capability to deliver on time and produce solutions that anticipate future requirements and solve existing problemsMaintain full awareness of and monitor DOU invoicing and cash positions, unbilled balances, backlog and de-booking requirements, working with the teams to ensure the status of each is at acceptable levelsEnsure the team work collaboratively with the wider Accounting, Commercial and Programme teamsLead and participate in process review and continuous improvement activitiesEngage with internal and external Auditors as requiredCreate and deliver presentations that present relevant information clearly to stakeholders at all levels of the organisation and across a diverse audience rangeDeputise for the Business Manager and lead on NGUKL activities as requiredUndertake any other reasonable task as requestedCompetency/Skill requirementsExcellent analytical skills, with a keen attention to detailStrong understanding of Earned Value Management and an ability to translate the data into meaningful management informationFamiliarity with the UK MoD single source contracting environmentAdept at problem-solving, able to develop solutions to a variety of very complex problemsProficient numerical skills, with advanced Microsoft Excel competencyProactive team worker , equally self-motivated and able to work autonomouslyExcellent interpersonal skills, able to engage effectively with all audiences/stakeholdersFluent in written and spoken EnglishCompetent in PowerPoint and face-to-face presentation deliveryUnderstand/have an awareness of different contracting models and any financial differences between themHighly-organised, adept at workload management, prioritising appropriately to meet deadlinesStrong customer orientationAn engaging and 'can do' attitudeCommercially-awareAble to communicate both favourable and adverse messages to the businessPerson SpecificationEssential qualifications / experienceACCA/CIMA Qualified/Business or Finance DegreeAt least 5 years' experience working within a Finance team or closely relatedA background in both business and financeWorking understanding of Scheduling, EVM and relevant tools (COBRA, P6)Strong People management and development, growing talented individuals into a high-performing teamAdditional InformationLooking for flexibility? Talk to us at the application stage about what may be possible.Clearance requirements: The post-holder must be able hold and maintain UK Government clearances"Northrop Grumman is committed to equality and diversity in our workplace. Northrop Grumman provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to an individual's protected status, including race/ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, gender identity/expression, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, religion or belief, creed, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status or characteristic.