Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst – Functional Business Partnering

Function: FIN |
Duration: Permanent |
Hours: Fulltime 37 hrs |
Location(s): Harlow or Glenrothes / Hybrid with 2-3 days a week on site |
Security Clearance: SC Eligible

Raytheon UK is a leader in defence and aerospace technology. We foster innovation, nurture talent, and build a culture of excellence. Joining our team means shaping the future of national security while investing in personal growth and development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant professional development opportunities, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do.

A key role reporting to the Senior Finance Manager – Operations. You will deliver business advice and coordinated management of functions, capital, and operational expenditure investment. Your impact will directly influence profitability and competitiveness across all functions and business, offering wide exposure to senior leaders on both tactical and strategic issues.

• Support creation of functional headcount, utilisation, and overhead forecasts; contribute to regular reporting cycles (IBP, LRP, AOP, monthly updates).
• Track performance against plans and forecasts; spot trends and opportunities to improve costs.
• Prepare data, materials, and simple analysis for monthly SLT Rates Review Boards.
• Monitor dashboards, metrics, SLAs, and service catalogues to enhance efficiency and functional performance.
• Maintain the Risk & Opportunities register for rates.
• Assist with business restructuring and indirect cost optimisation activities.
• Support rollout of new finance systems and processes linked to forecasting and rate management.

• Track capex and change spend to ensure projects stay on plan.
• Conduct simple ROI analysis and follow up on project benefits.
• Support forecasting work, including asset capitalisation and depreciation updates.
• Provide clear, useful updates for senior meetings and investment reviews.

• AAT Qualified / Part Qualified CIMA (Preferred) / ACCA
• University degree or equivalent
• 2+ relevant years’ experience in finance roles

• Comfortable working with data and detail, summarising clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative spirit and contribution to team goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Curiosity about business operations and motivation to learn.
• Developing analytical skills and interest in financial capability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and willing to bring new ideas.

• Exposure to SAP, Excel, Power BI or other finance systems.
• Experience working with stakeholders or across different teams.
• Experience in a matrix environment.
• Early experience supporting problem‑solving or issue resolution in academic, work, or placement settings.
• Benefits:
  Competitive salaries, 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days (37hr), contributory pension scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution), company bonus scheme (discretionary), 6 times salary Life Assurance with pension, flexible benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work, enhanced sick pay, enhanced family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave.

• 37hr working week, though hours may vary based on role and arrangements.
• Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early.
• Remote, hybrid, and site‑based working opportunities depend on your needs and role requirements.
• Flexible working culture focused on output, not desk time; formal flexible arrangements available to explore.
• Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.