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Airbus

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You should have finance experience as a Qualified Accountant, skills in accounts and month-end processes, ERP/SAP knowledge, leadership abilities, and experience in developing new processes.
  • You will manage monthly financial closings, enhance procedures, oversee internal controls, provide accounting guidance, and ensure financial accuracy through trend analysis and data review.

Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a finance profession, ideally a Qualified Accountant.
  • Experience in creating accounts, month-end and consolidation processes.
  • Knowledge of ERP/SAP or equivalent financial software.
  • Leadership or supervising skills.
  • Experience in developing/creating new processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly closing and financial statement preparation under IFRS and UK GAAP, while strictly managing mandatory ONS reporting and providing key data inputs to the Tax team for computations.
  • Drive continuous improvement and the harmonisation of procedures across other Airbus entities, acting as the primary coordinator for deliverables from the shared service centre (AGBS).
  • Oversee internal controls and risk reporting via the ERM tool, serving as the main point of contact for both internal and external auditors.
  • Issue clear accounting guidance to support Controlling in key business decisions and projects, based on a deep understanding of business operations.
  • Ensure the accuracy of financial statements by supervising the team’s effective trend analysis and data review.

FAQs

What type of security clearance is required for this position?

You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks, including a criminal record check.

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, occasional travel within the UK and internationally is required.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located in Filton, and 60% of your working week must be office-based.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The position is full time with a 35-hour workweek, offering flexible working hours around core hours and Friday afternoons off.

What benefits does Airbus offer for this position?

Benefits include a competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, health and wellbeing support, flexible work options, and personal development opportunities, among others.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this role?

Previous experience working in a finance profession is required, ideally as a Qualified Accountant, along with experience in creating accounts, month-end, and consolidation processes.

Do I need experience with financial software for this job?

Yes, knowledge of ERP/SAP or equivalent financial software is required.

Is leadership experience necessary for this position?

Yes, supervisory or leadership skills are important for success in this role.

Can adjustments be made for the selection process if needed?

Yes, you can inform your Talent Acquisition Partner of any adjustments needed, and they will treat this information in strict confidence.

What commitment does Airbus have regarding diversity and inclusion?

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive work environment, welcoming all applications irrespective of various backgrounds and identities.

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Airbus

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays