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Job Title: Lead Data Analyst/Project Controller Location: Samlesbury. Hybrid – 3 days per week on site. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £59,491+ DOE Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: You’ll play a key role in translating complex project and contract information into clear, actionable insights. This creates a highly diverse and challenging environment, giving you the opportunity to work across a broad portfolio and gain exposure to a wide range of projects. Core duties: • Analysing and maintaining Earned Value Management (EVM) data, including identifying trends, diagnosing data issues, and supporting corrective actions, • Ensure the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) is maintained along with adherence to EIA-748, • Developing, validating, and maintaining high quality datasets to support Control Account Managers (CAMs) and work package leads, • Producing monthly and quarterly contract performance reports, translating technical and financial data into clear insights for business and contract owner reviews, • Working with the USP Engineering Project Controls Manager to provide an aggregated, data driven view of engineering performance across the wider contracting landscape, • Supporting bids by ensuring data consistency, traceability, and auditability from bid submission through to Performance Management Baseline (PMB) definition, • Identifying emerging risks and opportunities through data analysis and highlighting them early to support mitigation or value realisation, • Ensure smooth contract mobilisation and PMB setup Essential Skills: • Proven experience in data analysis within a project, engineering, or complex operational environment, • Good working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or project management data along with strong knowledge of EIA-748 adherence, • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data modelling, and analysis, • Ability to translate complex datasets into clear insights, visualisations, and recommendations for non-technical stakeholders, • High attention to detail with a strong focus on data quality, consistency, and traceability The US Programmes Engineering Project Control team: You’ll be working on F-35 contracts across all 4 delivery stream: production, sustainment, development, and growth, where engineering input is critical. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with project controls and engineering stakeholders to ensure leadership has access to accurate, timely data that supports effective decision-making across a diverse and complex contract portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-impact team supporting one of the world’s largest global defence programmes, working at the forefront of engineering-driven delivery. The role also offers strong potential for development and career progression, allowing you to grow within a dynamic and strategically important environment. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 27th August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-GV1 #LI-Hybrid

Financial Reporting ManagerLocation: BlackburnSalary: Circa 60k + BenefitsAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Accountant to join a fast growing, acquisitive organisation. This is a high impact role within the finance function, offering the opportunity to shape the financial integration of newly acquired businesses while supporting strategic finance initiatives.Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will lead the accounting and onboarding of acquisitions, oversee statutory reporting processes, and manage a specialist onboarding team. You'll also play a key role in major finance transformation projects.We're looking for a technically strong finance professional who thrives in a changing environment and enjoys improving processes while leading others. This would be an ideal opportunity for a first time mover, ideally at Assistant Manager level or a couple of years post qualified. Or someone already in industry in a similar role. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead business combination accounting for newly acquired businesses.\n, • Manage purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets and net asset valuations.\n, • Review acquisition structures to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.\n\n\n, • Build strong relationships with business partners to ensure a smooth transition into the Group.\n, • Lead and develop the Onboarding team while coordinating shared resources across the wider finance function.\n\n\n, • Lead the technical review of a large portfolio of statutory accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.\n, • Support the Group's transition to IFRS, including technical analysis and implementation.\n, • Assist with audit and wider financial reporting activities.\n\n\n, • Oversee VAT compliance processes and provide technical support where required.\nYou'll ideally have:\n\n, • Qualified Accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.\n, • A proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\n, • Experience of IFRS implementation or finance transformation projects would be advantageous.\nOur local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Rebecca on or

Job Title: Financial Controller Location: BlackburnSalary: 65k + BenefitsWe are seeking a technically qualified accountant looking to join a fast-paced, commercial environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge and a desire to develop within a high performing finance function. With a strong focus on financial controls, compliance and audit readiness, the role will be responsible for daily reviewing and monitoring internal processes and controls, ensuring they remain fully aligned with audit requirements and company standards. There are no direct reports, making this an ideal opportunity for a second time mover or an experienced industry based accountant looking to take ownership of the control environment and broaden their commercial exposure within an established international organisation.You’ll play a key role in supporting the Finance Director across a range of responsibilities including technical accounting, financial reporting, process improvement, and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a high-visibility role with genuine progression potential.Key Responsibilities:• Statutory Accounts• Leading audits monthly and quarterly• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external auditors during financial audits• Prepare technical accounting documentation to support accounting conclusions• Working closely with the group reporting team• Review and improve internal controls• Collaborate with cross-functional teams• Support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records• Financial reportingThe ideal candidate:• Qualified Accountant • Looking for you second move from practice or a side move from industry• Excellent communication skills, able to work across finance and non-finance stakeholders• Strong Excel skills; experience with ERP systems is a bonus• A supportive environment for career developmentOur local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Rebecca on or .

Service Care are delighted to be working with a long standing client of ours as they look for a Finance Director to join their growing organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience within a similar role and have experience with M&A and PE. What you will be doing: • Acting as the main point of contact to the CEO providing insight, recommendations and action where required., • Reviewing and presenting monthly packs for the board., • Leading the Finance team and support their performance and development by setting and measuring group KPIs, • Responsible for all group reporting including, monthly management accounts with associated MI, quarterly reforecasting, annual budgeting, • Process improvement including improving WIP and debt management, • Leading M&A local including due diligence and integration, • Supporting wirh systems implementation and improvement, • Identifying risks and mitigation strategies, • Act as the organisational representative at the monthly site partner meetings, • Other Ad Hoc duties as and when required. What you will have: • Prior experience within a Finance Director/Controller position, • QBE or ACA/ACCA qualified, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to explain financial situations to none finance staff In return you will receive: • Base salary £70,000 - £90,000 DOE and interview performance, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Career progression and development opportunities, • Enhanced pension, • Electric Car Scheme, • Social Events #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care are delighted to be working with a long standing client of ours as they look for a Finance Director to join their growing organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience within a similar role and have experience with M&A and PE. What you will be doing: • Acting as the main point of contact to the CEO providing insight, recommendations and action where required., • Reviewing and presenting monthly packs for the board., • Leading the Finance team and support their performance and development by setting and measuring group KPIs, • Responsible for all group reporting including, monthly management accounts with associated MI, quarterly reforecasting, annual budgeting, • Process improvement including improving WIP and debt management, • Leading M&A local including due diligence and integration, • Supporting wirh systems implementation and improvement, • Identifying risks and mitigation strategies, • Act as the organisational representative at the monthly site partner meetings, • Other Ad Hoc duties as and when required. What you will have: • Prior experience within a Finance Director/Controller position, • QBE or ACA/ACCA qualified, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to explain financial situations to none finance staff In return you will receive: • Base salary £70,000 - £90,000 DOE and interview performance, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Career progression and development opportunities, • Enhanced pension, • Electric Car Scheme, • Social Events #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Finance Director to oversee the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The role requires experience at FD/Controller level, with strong M&A and PE exposure, and the ability to partner with the CEO and board. You will lead the finance team, drive reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and identify risks with mitigation strategies. This role offers development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Finance Director to oversee the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The role requires experience at FD/Controller level, with strong M&A and PE exposure, and the ability to partner with the CEO and board. You will lead the finance team, drive reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and identify risks with mitigation strategies. This role offers development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Finance Director to oversee the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The role requires experience at FD/Controller level, with strong M&A and PE exposure, and the ability to partner with the CEO and board. You will lead the finance team, drive reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and identify risks with mitigation strategies. This role offers development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care are delighted to be working with a long standing client of ours as they look for a Finance Director to join their growing organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience within a similar role and have experience with M&A and PE. What you will be doing: • Acting as the main point of contact to the CEO providing insight, recommendations and action where required., • Reviewing and presenting monthly packs for the board., • Leading the Finance team and support their performance and development by setting and measuring group KPIs, • Responsible for all group reporting including, monthly management accounts with associated MI, quarterly reforecasting, annual budgeting, • Process improvement including improving WIP and debt management, • Leading M&A local including due diligence and integration, • Supporting wirh systems implementation and improvement, • Identifying risks and mitigation strategies, • Act as the organisational representative at the monthly site partner meetings, • Other Ad Hoc duties as and when required. What you will have: • Prior experience within a Finance Director/Controller position, • QBE or ACA/ACCA qualified, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to explain financial situations to none finance staff In return you will receive: • Base salary £70,000 - £90,000 DOE and interview performance, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Career progression and development opportunities, • Enhanced pension, • Electric Car Scheme, • Social Events #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care are delighted to be working with a long standing client of ours as they look for a Finance Director to join their growing organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The ideal candidate will have prior experience within a similar role and have experience with M&A and PE. What you will be doing: • Acting as the main point of contact to the CEO providing insight, recommendations and action where required., • Reviewing and presenting monthly packs for the board., • Leading the Finance team and support their performance and development by setting and measuring group KPIs, • Responsible for all group reporting including, monthly management accounts with associated MI, quarterly reforecasting, annual budgeting, • Process improvement including improving WIP and debt management, • Leading M&A local including due diligence and integration, • Supporting wirh systems implementation and improvement, • Identifying risks and mitigation strategies, • Act as the organisational representative at the monthly site partner meetings, • Other Ad Hoc duties as and when required. What you will have: • Prior experience within a Finance Director/Controller position, • QBE or ACA/ACCA qualified, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to explain financial situations to none finance staff In return you will receive: • Base salary £70,000 - £90,000 DOE and interview performance, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Career progression and development opportunities, • Enhanced pension, • Electric Car Scheme, • Social Events #J-18808-Ljbffr

Service Care Solutions is seeking a Finance Director to oversee the financial strategy and performance of the organisation. The role requires experience at FD/Controller level, with strong M&A and PE exposure, and the ability to partner with the CEO and board. You will lead the finance team, drive reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and identify risks with mitigation strategies. This role offers development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Financial Controller - Crypto Asset Manager. Talentedge is supporting an ever-growing business based in Accrington in finding a Group Financial Controller to take ownership of their finance function and a direct reporting team of 5. Sign in to set job alerts for “Financial Controller” roles.

Significant experience in a senior accounting or financial controller role. Easy Living Developments Ltd is an established and expanding property development company seeking an experienced, commercially minded Accountant / Financial Controller to lead our finance function. Manage budgeting, forecast

Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and manage the financial statements of holding companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international financial regulationsLead and oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure financial integrity and compliance with relevant standardsDrive timel

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Group Financial Controller will lead the development of a best-in-class finance function, driving the transition from fragmented reporting and legacy processes to a highly automated, data-driven finance environment. An exceptional opportunity ha

Canonical is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead risk controls, policy governance and robust financial reporting across global operations.

Reporting to the Divisional CFO, the Divisional Financial Controller will lead divisional financial control, consolidation, reporting, technical accounting and governance activities across an international professional services group. Lead the divisional financial control function, encompassing cons

OnSecurity is a VCT-backed cybersecurity business — 63 people, headquartered in Bristol.Finance today is the CFO plus outsourced support.This is a build job, not a maintenance job.You'll own everything technical and operational below the CFO — building the group finance function at the same time

This senior, hands-on leader will own the controllership function and be responsible for integrity, quality and control of the Group’s financial reporting. WeMaintain, based in Paris or London, is seeking a Global Controller to join its Group Finance organisation.

The Accounting team ensures the integrity of our financial information and serves as the primary stewards of the business’ financial health. It will report to our Chief Financial Officer. Managing reviews of weekly, month-end, year-end processes from balance sheet reconciliations to management acc

Finatal is seeking a Finance leader to appoint a Financial Controller for a high-growth, PE-backed infrastructure business.

Walker Hamill is seeking an ambitious Group Financial Controller in London with a PE-backed growth agenda.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Financial Reporting will own ClearToken's controllership and financial reporting function across the group. Background in financial services - capital markets, clearing, FMI, fintech or a regulated financial institution, either from an audit or in‑house p

Prepare financial statements: Prepare group and entity financial statements under IFRS / GAAP, and manage external audits end to end. In this role, you'll own accounting, controllership, and financial reporting across Humanoid's global entities. Own global controllership: Own accounting and controll

Balanced Hiring partner with an ambitious professional services group seeking a commercially focused Group Financial Controller to lead and develop the UK finance function. You will drive monthly reporting, budgeting, and financial planning while supporting growth, acquisitions and post-acquisition

As Group Financial Controller, you will provide technical leadership across the finance function, ensuring the Group maintains the highest standards of financial governance, reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance. Alongside technical accounting responsibilities, the role will provide commercia

The US Financial Controller will own US entity accounting and reporting, coordinating with outsourced providers while supporting the wider group’s IFRS/UK GAAP alignment.

As our Financial Controller, you will lead our financial activities, ensuring that we can be confident our growth and decisions are supported by a solid financial base. Taking ownership of forecasting across the business, you will ensure that our commercial activities and pipeline are focused on, an

FryerMiles is seeking an experienced Financial Controller for a 5-month contract in Wantage, Oxfordshire. The successful candidate will lead financial reporting, controls, and commercial support during a period of growth and acquisitions, partnering with senior stakeholders across the business.

The client is looking for a Part Time Qualified Financial Controller/Management Accountant to take control of all Financials within the business.

A global finance consultancy is seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Management Accountant to join their team in either the UK or Germany. Responsibilities include supporting German GAAP compliance, assisting with tax processes, and completing the NetSuite implementation across financial mo

As part of this evolution, they are looking to hire a Financial Controller a rare opportunity for a newly qualified accountant ready to step into a leadership role and take ownership of the management accounting and reporting function. Driving continuous improvement across financial processes and sy

ICAEW, based in Worcestershire, is recruiting an Assistant Financial Controller to cover a 12‑month maternity leave. This hands‑on role supports the Financial Controller across day‑to‑day finance in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment.

Eton Bridge Partners is partnering with a private equity-backed, multi-site organisation to appoint a Group Financial Controller. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a high-visibility leadership role with responsibility for leading the finance function, strengthening financial controls, driving b

Previous experience in a Financial Controller or similar senior finance position. An established and growing Witham based business are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to lead its finance function and support the continued growth of the organisation. Maintain accurate financial reco

Axon Moore are recruiting a Financial Controller for a private equity-backed business experiencing strong growth. You will own financial control, group reporting, consolidation and finance operations across UK and international entities.

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes) is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join a growing organization based in Kettering part-time. The position reports directly to the CFO and requires overseeing financial accounting, finance transformation, and cash flow planning. In this hybrid role, you

Lead and develop the local finance team to its full potential Own internal control environment and balance sheet integrity with monthly reviews Provide decision‑support and financials for business cases and capital investments Drive budget processes, conversion reconciliation and performance chall

Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a growing, private equity-backed business to recruit a Financial Controller into its finance leadership team. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including month-end close, financial reporting and financial controls. Advanced Excel skills and strong

Financial Conduct Authority is seeking a Financial Controller on a 6‑month fixed term contract in London. You will lead the Financial Control team, strengthen financial governance and drive improvements across finance processes in a dynamic regulatory environment.

As Financial Controller your duties will include:. Financial Controller opportunity within a high-growth e-commerce and digital services group offering wide-ranging responsibilities and long-term career progression. To support planned growth the business now seeks to appoint an ambitious and career

Strong financial systems experience; Oracle Financials knowledge is an advantage. Job Title – Financial Controller – Revenue. Reporting to the Head of Revenue, the Financial Controller – Revenue will support the HoR in leading our Global Revenue team as part of GFC, responsible for Revenue acc

Indevor Group is seeking a Group Financial Controller to lead the financial governance across multiple entities.

Take the lead on preparation of financials for business cases, capital investment proposals and other such activity. Own financial review to assess the delivery of initiatives. Optimise financial performance with a particular focus on budget process and conversion reconciliation by providing support

SF Partners is working with a rapidly growing, privately owned group to recruit a newly created Financial Controller position in Warwickshire. You will take day-to-day ownership of the finance function and help build the financial infrastructure to support the next stage of growth. Reporting directl

Brewer Morris is delighted to be partnering with a leading listed global financial services firm to appoint a Financial Controller into their London finance team. Financial Controller - £120k base + Excellent Bonus + Benefits. Experience preparing audited financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.

A leading restaurant group in Central London seeks a highly motivated Management Accountant to manage financial reporting, cash management, and balance sheet reconciliations.

We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous experience operating in a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Finance Manager capacity within an SME environment. Reporting directly to the owners, the Financial Controller will take overall responsibility for the da