Finance Manager - Accounts Receivable
BAE Systems, Preston
Finance Manager - Accounts Receivable
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BAE Systems, Preston
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 10 May | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 296b7b2ce8d54ce8975755f64f601df0
Full Job Description
- Provide leadership, motivation and development to a team of four direct reports including effective succession planning
- Lead projects and transitions that support the Accounts Receivable strategic vision and ensure successful delivery of key operational processes and incoming activities
- Manage relationships with business stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact for service-related issues and improvements while providing technical and operational guidance as needed
- Monitor compliance with financial controls, report any control issues and take ownership of implementing process improvements
- Oversee the provision of evidence and conduct process walkthroughs for internal and external audits
- Develop and implement best practice solutions that meet business needs and align with organisational policy, using prior knowledge and experience in collaboration with the Global Process Owner and Global Capability Centre
- Support the Head of Service with ad hoc requirements, projects and representation at meetings
- Review performance metrics underpinning financial processes and work collaboratively with Functions and Sectors to identify and drive improvements, Join a highly effective and dynamic financial operations team, specialising in Accounts Receivable services across a range of complex businesses. As part of a large team that values people development and job satisfaction, you will have the opportunity to grow and thrive. This role, reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, involves managing key stakeholders, leading teams, and ensuring the proactive delivery of various operations within the Accounts Receivable function. With a focus on both individual and team success, you will play an integral role in driving excellence within the department and contributing to ongoing projects and future initiatives.
Broad finance and operational knowledge, with experience in Financial, Management, or Project Accounting - Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- In-depth understanding of accounting principles governing sales operations and comprehensive knowledge of finance processes, particularly within Accounts Receivable
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and sound decision-making in dynamic environments
- Line Management experience Desirable
- Experience with ERP and business systems, such as SAP and Infor LN
- Qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA, or ACA
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Salary: Circa £62,000 depending on experience, As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.
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