Financial Analyst

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our business's financial planning processes by ensuring accurate reporting and analysis of critical financial metrics such as Orders, Sales, EBIT, and Cash. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior management, U.S. personnel, MOD, and SSPS customers to ensure the smooth execution of financial operations.

Working to a four day week (Monday to Thursday) this role will mostly be working from home with travel to our Havant offices from time to time.

Key Requirements:

Proven experience in financial analysis, ideally within a large organization or similar industry.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills required), SAP, and Hyperion.

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of presenting financial information to senior management.

Ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and process improvements.

• Degree in a related field from an accredited university, with substantial professional experience
• Accounting qualification, such as the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) designation.
• Extensive knowledge of the financial sector and be capable of handling multiple financial tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in forecasting, and a keen aptitude for problem-solving are essential.
• Be able to work independently with minimal supervision, while also demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a co-operative approach to teamwork are critical for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive financial analysis across multiple metrics, including Orders, Sales, EBIT, and Cash.
• Monitor and perform control checks on long-term forecasts and consolidate total UK financial data.
• Ensure the integrity of financial data through reconciliations with various systems, including SAP and Hyperion, ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
• Contribute to the monthly reporting process, specifically for overheads and rates, and present findings to senior management.
• Collaborate with U.S. teams, MOD, and SSPS customers, providing valuable financial insights and support.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis, reporting, and forecasting.
• Manage financial systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting and planning.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we'd love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert. In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call .

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