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Function: FIN

Duration: Permanent

Hours: Full time 37 hrs

Location(s): Harlow (Hybrid) - would consider another Raytheon UK site location.

Security Clearance Requirements: SC

Raytheon UK

At Raytheon UK, we take pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. We are committed to innovation, talent development, and a culture of excellence.

Joining our team means contributing to national security and personal growth. We offer a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a meaningful purpose in our work. Together, we are advancing technology and building a community dedicated to safety and connectivity.

About the role:

Reporting to the CFO, the Associate Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) plays a strategic role, providing insights to influence executive decisions.

The Associate Director leads the FP&A function, ensuring effective financial planning, performance reporting, and insights to support growth.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven success in strategic and commercial financial management.
• Strong business acumen.
• Experience in senior, business-facing roles.
• Familiarity with process and data-driven organizations.
• Leadership experience in finance or related areas.
• Experience in complex international technology businesses, including growth, consolidation, or turnaround.
• Experience leading large cross-functional projects.
• Understanding of matrix or complex management structures.
• Knowledge of regulated or Business-to-Government environments.

Leadership:

• Effective communication and motivational skills.
• Alignment with RTX core values.
• Experience in developing talent and succession planning.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management.
• Commitment to excellent customer service.
• Openness to feedback and innovation.

Work Management:

• Structured approach to tasks, goal setting, and planning.

Drive Results:

• Overcoming obstacles to improve performance.
• Outcome-focused approach.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leaders to drive strategies, monitor performance, and assess risks and opportunities.
• Lead the FP&A team in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Prepare materials for stakeholders, presenting complex info clearly.
• Manage the Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Plan processes with KPI-driven models.
• Develop financial models for forecasts and scenarios.
• Improve finance processes and systems, supporting analytics and predictive modeling.
• Promote a culture of ownership and problem-solving.
• Build strong internal relationships.
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team.