AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

We are looking for a Project Accountant to join us at our Portsmouth site. Working within our Telecoms business line and reporting to the Head of Project Accounting, you will manage the financial situation of multiple satellite projects.

You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Task & Accountabilities

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include:


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Produce monthly financial reporting on project Key Performance Indicators comparing Actuals against Budget and Forecast [Sales, Margin, Cost, & Cash].


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Hold regular cost reviews with Work Package Managers to capture CTC e.g. Engineering, Procurement, etc. Take into account resourcing requirements.


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Work alongside your projects to ensure on time financial milestone achievement & ensure the necessary process is followed.


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Analysis of project actual costs, & correction of miss-bookings.


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Quarterly amendments to the CDP Pool to reflect the latest project status after agreement with the UK Financial Controller / Prime Controllers and Business Unit Leaders.


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Forecasting of project resourcing/manpower requirements by work package.


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Key subcontractor financial milestone management.


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Analysis of project key risks & opportunities and presentation to Controlling Business Partner.


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Quarterly tracking of major project non-quality events for communication to senior Management.


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Forecasting and management of project foreign currency requirements [EUR, USD, CAD].


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Ensure that the impacts of any project changes e.g. scope, schedule, etc.[on Sales, Margin, Cost, & Cash] are properly controlled and assist the Project Manager with creating Contract Change Notes / Change Proposals.


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Work closely with the Finance team to support the consolidation of the overall program financials.

Your role will include occasional travel in the UK and mainland Europe.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for applicants with the following skills and experience:


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A background in Project Accounting


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Experience working on large projects that span a year-end

What we can offer you

In return we can offer a competitive salary with annual profit share; an ever growing list of company benefits including enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and very strong, very real strong career development options across our transnational, market leading company.

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with the Recruitment Business Partner who gets in touch if you are invited to interview. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.