Finance Analyst - 11399

Key Responsibilities

For allocated programmes, candidate is required to manage the programme budget baseline using standard templates, updating this baseline as new programme components are scoped. Experience of Earned Value Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Variance Analysis

Candidate will monitor spend and the forecasted estimate to completion (EAC), reviewing actuals, calculating variances, and flagging any anomalies that require escalation, including identifying possible solutions for moderate level issues.

Duties also requires supporting the monthly risk‑management process, highlighting financial risk and potential mitigations.

Duties include supporting business planning, candidate will use programme information to generate forecasts for sales, EBIT, and cash on a monthly basis providing monthly variance analysis as well as supporting the Long Range Plan cycle.

At all times the candidate will verify that business controls and processes are being followed, and ensuring audit trails to maintain the integrity of our financial data.

Candidate will also be required to support the annual audit. Candidates responsibilities include providing ongoing financial support to the Programme Management Team, answering queries, helping with the pre‑planning of programme activities, and documenting assumptions. Candidate will also attend and present the financial position at Internal Programme Reviews - preparing concise slide decks, highlighting variances and addressing any stakeholder questions. You will also prepare information for presentation at the Monthly Programme Review and respond to any ad‑hoc reporting or analysis requests that arise from senior leadership or the Programme Management Office. Knowledge - Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards. General application of standard concepts and principles Problem Solving - Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to policies and practices for guidance. Impact - Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals by performing tasks requiring discretion and general knowledge and ability.

The role will not be authorized to provide services to Lockheed Martin UK Limited, which are directly related to business development, acquisition, or sales efforts for a Lockheed Martin UK Limited customer or potential customer. Any exception to this rule can only be granted, in advance, by the Lockheed Martin UK Ltd, Havant representative or legal counsel representative.

Contractor/Agency to be responsible for maintaining adequate liability insurance, certifications, accreditation's, and training required to perform their tasks.

Basic Qualifications

Skills and qualifications:

Desired skills: Experience of Earned Value Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Variance Analysis