Date Posted:2026-08-24 Country:United Kingdom Location:Harlow, Essex Position Role Type:HybridBenefits:£: Competitive salaryContributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days (37hr)Company bonus scheme (discretionary)Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst othersEnhanced sick payEnhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leaveWork Culture37hr working week, although hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site-specific arrangements. Early 1.30pm finish Friday, start your weekend early!Remote, hybrid and site based working opportunities, dependant on your needs and the requirements of the role.Up to 5 paid days volunteering each year.Flexible working culture focused on output, with more formal flexible working arrangements on request (assessed subject to role) - please highlight any requests to the Talent Acquisition team.About usAt Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.Our BusinessAs a leading defence and aerospace company operating across the United Kingdom, Raytheon UK helps to solve our customers’ toughest challenges. We are a major supplier to the UK government and customers around the globe, providing defence solutions across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. We also provide digital and training transformation solutions to commercial and military customers.With circa 2000 employees and major facilities operating throughout the UK including Broughton (Wales), Livingston and Glenrothes (Scotland), and Harlow, Gloucester, and Manchester (England); we are committed to investing in British careers and technology development.At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Planning & Analysis team, reporting into the Senior FP&A Manager. The role will enable the individual to gain a strong understanding of the whole business, supporting and working closely with all Finance teams and exposure to Senior Stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesRUK ForecastingLead monthly, current year, Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Plan reporting cycles.Recognised as the organisation's expert in terms of the financial forecast.Support Monthly Reporting RequirementsLead regular internal Raytheon UK and US Parent Company reporting requirements including Ops Pack, Annual Operating Plan, Long Range Plan and supporting Speaker Notes.Deliver Month End and Pre-Month end specific reports that contribute to an efficient and effective close process.Manage various quarterly reporting requirements including SJE (Significant Judgments and Events), US Tax Group returns, etc. Ad hoc analysis requests.OtherSupervise and manage the workload and rotation of the Finance graduate Challenge, innovate and make recommendations as to how to improve processesSpecial projects including other finance support.Preparation of insightful ad hoc financial analysis to support key decision making. Understanding financial impacts of business decisions.Collaborate with peers and senior stakeholders to maximise effectiveness of processes and deliverables.Essential Skills & ExperienceStrong communicator with a desire for understanding the business model and providing meaningful and actionable insight.Ability to convey financial data to the layperson in an effective manner.Working as part of a team, with an eye for detail and drive for accuracy.Assumed system skills: high level of competence on excel modelling and history of demonstrable process improvementMethodical, hardworking, enthusiastic and able to work well under pressure.Inquisitive approach to day-to-day tasks, with a desire to question and challenge data.Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, often with demanding time constraints in a fast-paced environment.DesirableExperience in defence, aerospace, cyber security or other technical sectors.Previous FP&A background.Likely Degree educated (ideally with a 2;1) but other qualifications considered with relevant experienceWill consider a part-qualified/newly qualified accountant.Experience using integrated financial systems such as SAP (Apex/Prism), Cognos & BWLocation: Harlow (Hybrid) with 3 days a week on site.Please note: Interviews will commence late August for this position. #LI-MF1RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. 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