Job Description
Assistant Project Accountant (Warton)
Warton
6 Month Contract
Hybrid Working – 3 Days on Site
£16.83 PAYE per hour or £22.45 via umbrella (inside IR35)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Accountant to join BAE Systems at Warton. Working within the Project Finance Delivery Team, you will support the delivery of high-quality financial reporting, trading and analysis across major customer projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance, reporting, or accounting experience looking to develop their career within a large and highly respected organisation.
Key Responsibilities
BAE Systems is a global leader in defence, aerospace, and security, delivering cutting-edge solutions across air, land, and naval sectors. The company offers a collaborative and inclusive working environment with excellent opportunities for development and career progression.
Warton
6 Month Contract
Hybrid Working – 3 Days on Site
£16.83 PAYE per hour or £22.45 via umbrella (inside IR35)
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Project Accountant to join BAE Systems at Warton. Working within the Project Finance Delivery Team, you will support the delivery of high-quality financial reporting, trading and analysis across major customer projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance, reporting, or accounting experience looking to develop their career within a large and highly respected organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support monthly sales and margin trading activities in line with IFRS 15 principles
- Assist with month-end reporting, financial updates, and balance sheet reviews
- Prepare journals, reporting packs, and supporting financial documentation
- Support half-year and full-year statutory reporting and external audits
- Analyse financial data, investigate discrepancies, and identify corrective actions
- Work closely with finance teams, project stakeholders, and wider business functions
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement workshops
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with financial controls and procedures
- Previous finance, accounting, or reporting experience preferred
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving ability
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Infor LN is desirable
- Knowledge of financial reporting and controls would be advantageous
- Part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable but not essential
- A proactive and dependable team player
- Someone eager to learn and develop within a finance environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
BAE Systems is a global leader in defence, aerospace, and security, delivering cutting-edge solutions across air, land, and naval sectors. The company offers a collaborative and inclusive working environment with excellent opportunities for development and career progression.
