Finance Controller - Operations

Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check) TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional LOCATION: Belfast TYPE: Full time / Part time / STEM returner WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, Work / Life Balance: 36 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, flexible working Take command of a $500m+ recurring cost base as a lead financial architect for the A220 Wing program in Belfast. As a strategic Business Partner to the Head of CDT, you won't just report on performance—you'll drive it. From navigating 5-year forecasts to challenging business cases and steering risk mitigation, your insight will be the bridge between operational excellence and financial success. If you are a CIMA-qualified leader ready to influence a global aerospace icon, join us and put your career in the pilot's seat HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Budgeting, Forecasting, Reporting, Leading and Mentoring Overall business partner to the Head of CDT and integrated member of the A220 management team. Lead and coordinate A220 Wing controlling through streamlining of controlling processes such as budgeting, forecasting and reporting between sub-assembly areas. Financial Consultancy / Performance Management Evaluate project appraisals and business cases to assist decision-making. Lead the wider Belfast team in identifying and securing business improvements and project savings Processes Ensure that there is consistency, transparency and accuracy of all financial information. Ensure rigorous processes are in place to maintain data integrity and guarantee accuracy of reported RC actual and forecast information. Ensure compliance of UK processes to Airbus Internal Financial Control Standards (IFCS) and Ethics and compliance. ABOUT YOU Educated to at least degree / masters level CIMA qualification preferred Experience in a relevant financial controlling / management accounting role Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To 'opt in', just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly. #SP_TRA #LI-CL1 This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Operations Limited Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Controlling <JF-FI-FO>