Junior Business Controller

Introduction

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

The Role:

This is a 12 month fixed term contract role.

Saab UK is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Junior Controller to join our finance team. In this role, you will a part of ensuring the financial success of our business and collaborating with teams across the UK and Sweden. This role will be Supporting our Saab Seaeye Senior Business controller with monitoring the ongoing SR20 program and other controlling analysis

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and control project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures

Analise project financial performance, identifying trends and variances

Prepare and present regular financial reports, including cost-to-complete and earned value analysis

Ensure accurate invoicing and revenue recognition in line with project milestones and contractual terms

Support project planning and scheduling with financial input

Assist in developing project cost estimates and forecasts

Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support resource planning and risk management

Act as a liaison between project teams and finance departments in the UK and Sweden

Skills and Qualifications:

A qualified or part-qualified accountant with a minimum of 3 years' experience in financial analysis or project accounting

Someone with a genuine interest in understanding the business and the exciting products we develop

A strategic thinker with a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

A master of Microsoft Excel and other office tools, with a keen eye for detail and exceptional organizational skills

An effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels

A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can meet deadlines under pressure

Knowledge of finance and project accounting

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview