Finance Business Partner - SAP4/Hana Project - MBDA : Job Details

Job Title: Finance Business Partner - SAP4/Hana Project

Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience 

Location: Stevenage

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

MBDA are currently recruiting for a dynamic individual to join the core team of the S/4 HANA (IMPACT) project and drive the implementation of the Finance aspects of the contracts lifecycle process (Programmes Finance) in the UK.

We are looking for a finance qualified person with knowledge of Long term contracts finance processes. In affect someone to translate the business needs to the implementation team and ensure that the solution provides the programmes finance team with a fantastic tool for the future.

This is a once in a generation opportunity to fundamentally impact the way MBDA Programmes Finance operates for the future. This role will support the design of the Common Template, with a strong focus on creating a harmonised design across the MBDA Group.

What is the Role:

• Work as part of a cross functional team to review and agree the system solutions proposed by the Systems Integrator from a business perspective.
• Lead and co-ordinate on overall UK Programmes Finance and Contract Lifecycle processes.
• Development, together with the Systems Integrator and cross functional team, of Golden Data Set to support testing of solutions and testing scripts to cover MBDA requirements for a given topic.
• Proactively drive through resolutions to any raised defects working with the technical support team.
• To be the main point of contact for UK Programmes Finance within the IMPACT project, keep them informed through regular communications and gaining buy in for the decisions made.
• Present to Senior Management on key progress and gain buy in for the decision making process.
• Take an active role regarding the integration with the new Programmes Finance Planning Tool (BPC).

What are we looking for?

• Good knowledge of Long term contract Finance processes both within SAP and BW (ideal).
• Experience of working within Programmes Finance and knowledge of pre-contract processes.
• Comfortable making decisions for change.
• Proactive and assertive in an international setting.

What's in it for you?

• Gaining experience and develop skills in the use of the latest "state of the art" technology i.e. S/4HANA, BW/4HANA, FIORI APPS
• Become a MBDA Group Programmes Finance process expert, shaping the future way of working within MBDA
• Work in an international and multifunctional environment, with the opportunity to visit other MBDA sites, meet colleagues from other countries and functions
• Exposure to Senior Management in Finance at a Group Level.

What's great about the team?

• You will be joining a team of international MBDA experts from different functions.
• The team stands out due to its dynamic and open mind-set for future changes.
• The team is responsible for the definition, development and deployment of MBDA's future "state of the art" ERP system(s) landscape (in terms of master data, processes and applications).
• Keen to "challenge the status quo" and to find the best way to successfully deliver the project (contributes to the overall company vision).

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Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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