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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.

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Annual salary review
• Paid overtime
• Up to 15 days flexi leave
• 25 days annual leave (plus holiday purchase)
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and gym on site at Stevenage
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role

Hybrid working pattern: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working – 2 - 3 days minimum on-site working required for this role

Please note - this is a 2 year fixed term contract

MBDA are currently recruiting for a Finance Systems Analyst to support the UK Finance Function in the objective of delivering a single, harmonised and simplified S4/HANA system across the MBDA Group.

• Lead Finance testing of the SAP S/4HANA system in the Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger (GL) areas to ensure both system and functional readiness
• Organising user acceptance testing through compilation of test script documentation - co-ordinating with the systems integrating partner and liaising with the finance teams to meet their requirements
• Pro-actively ensuring all pre-requisite data and role authorisations are in place for relevant tests through collaboration with functional stakeholders
• Provide first line end user support to the Finance function in early stages of system adoption
• Support SAP S/4HANA implementation for UK Finance function

• A broad understanding of company IT systems and the impacts on the employee community
• Experience of a SAP R/3 to SAP S/4HANA system migration would be desirable
• Knowledge of SAP R/3 transactions and data tables relating to FI/CO modules
• Exposure and previous use of S/4HANA Fiori Apps would be advantageous
• Ability to manipulate and interpret data via use of Excel
• Familiarity with Accounting Practices
• Passionate about problem analysis and deriving a solution
• A proactive mind-set to ensure resolution and completion of tasks and the ability to prioritise tasks in order to meet deadlines

What's in it for you?

You will be the focal point for the testing of SAP S4/HANA in support of the MBDA UK Financial Accounting area. This role will see you work with international colleagues and give you chance to create and make a difference, supporting and contributing in the implementation of wider finance systems evolutions

Join a great team!

Reporting into the Finance Systems Manager you will be joining an experienced and established team who are dynamic and focussed on the maintenance and future development of Finance Systems for the UK business.

The team are passionate in striving to provide excellent internal customer service to respond to business needs but also proactively provide best practice solutions.

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.

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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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also 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.

Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.