Senior Financial Accountant

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At Moog, we empower you to achieve great things in a supportive, trust-driven environment. Tackle complex challenges with a team that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Enjoy job satisfaction, competitive rewards, and a family-like atmosphere where your contributions matter. Grow with talented colleagues who share our passion for shaping the way our world moves.

Job Summary
Moog Military Aircraft Group are delighted to be able to provide an opportunity to join our Finance team based in Wolverhampton as a Senior Financial Accountant. In this truly unique role, we are seeking an individual with the ambition to grow their skillset and drive financial accountability.
This role offers genuine prospects of progression and development, as evidenced by other members of an evolving Finance Team. Reporting into and working alongside the Site Reporting Manager, the incumbent would be given a broad remit to seek involvement in various aspects of the Finance team and wider business, including exposure to:

Financial Reporting
Corporate Reporting
Long-term accounting
Budgeting / forecasting
Statutory Accounts
Tax Compliance
Operational accounting / Cost analysis
Management accounting
Business partnering with other departments (contracts, programme management, operations, engineering)
Reporting and presenting financial results
Liaison with the Group Finance Team in East Aurora, NY, US
Sustainment of recent implementation of SAP S/4HANA
Development of financial reporting schedules
Development of internal controls
Liaison with Internal/External Auditors
Mentoring a team of 3 Trainee Accountants
Acting as delegate for the Reporting Manager and Finance Director
This role is designed to provide significant exposure to various areas of the Business and build a suite of skills to equip the individual for progression to an enhanced Finance role. Opportunities will be provided to the incumbent, who will be encouraged to seek and implement improvements both within the Finance Team and throughout the wider business.

Personal Attributes
Willingness to learn and listen
Good time management with a pro-active approach
Professional and positive
A willingness to challenge
Effective communicator - both written and verbal
Excellent customer service/people skills
A 'can do' attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when required

Skills and Experience
Exposure to a customer service or client relationship environment
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain the numbers
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to manage workload and a team player
Able to work to strict deadlines
Knowledge of US GAAP (desirable)

Qualifications
Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk.

In Return Moog can offer you:
You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, an onsite gym, Life Assurance, a Company Pension Contribution starting at 6%, an Employee Share Option, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

You Matter at Moog - Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Embrace the journey and explore exciting possibilities!
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