Business Unit Accountant

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10 months ago

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Job Title: Business Unit Accountant
Location: Coventry, UK
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent and Hybrid (subject to operational needs)
Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 per annum (subject to experience)

Be the finance partner that powers operational excellence.

At NP Aerospace, we're proud to develop cutting-edge armour technology and vehicle platforms that protect the lives of service personnel around the world. Now, we’re looking for a Business Unit Accountant to support our Composites and Armour Systems (CAS) division – someone with the skills to translate complex data into commercial insight and the confidence to work closely with stakeholders across our growing operation.

This is more than reporting and reconciliation. You'll be the go-to finance expert embedded in our business unit – partnering with production, purchasing, logistics, engineering and business development teams. It’s about improving efficiency, driving profitability and supporting the ongoing transformation of the finance function into a true strategic enabler.

If you’re proactive, Excel-savvy and confident working in a manufacturing environment, this is your chance to make a real difference at a company that’s scaling globally.

What you’ll be doing

As our Business Unit Accountant, you’ll support the CAS division with financial analysis, planning and operational decision-making. You’ll work closely with the Finance Director, Financial Controller and on-site teams to:

Deliver accurate gross margin reporting, labour analysis and materials efficiency metrics

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Maintain and monitor standard and current costs for purchased and manufactured goods

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Support the budgeting and forecasting process for operational and project-based spend

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Provide financial input for tender submissions and new business quotations

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Reconcile inventory, manage stock controls and contribute to year-end stock takes

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Partner with operations and engineering to improve financial decision-making

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Contribute to internal and external audits and statutory reporting processes

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Improve reporting tools and develop new insights using Excel, pivots and macros

You’ll need to be flexible and comfortable working to deadlines, with some travel to UK and international stakeholders as required.

We’re looking for someone who’s confident, analytical, and comfortable working cross-functionally. You should also bring:

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Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent)

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Proven experience in manufacturing or project accounting

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Strong understanding of margin reporting, cost control and budgeting

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Solid knowledge of inventory management and operational finance

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Experience improving financial reporting tools, processes and insights

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Excellent Excel skills – including pivot tables and basic macros

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Strong communication skills with the ability to explain finance to non-finance stakeholders

We offer a competitive salary and the chance to play a key role in a high-growth, globally recognised defence business. Benefits include:

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Discretionary Half-Year Bonus

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Flexible working hours (subject to operational needs)

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Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme

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Two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists

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Pension – Employer 4% / Employee 5% (9% total)

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Life Assurance – 3x base salary

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BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

Why NP Aerospace?

We’re a global leader in advanced armour systems – from ballistic helmets and bomb suits to cutting-edge vehicle integration. Our purpose is simple: to improve and protect lives.

We’ve grown significantly since 2018, with further global expansion planned. Backed by a Canadian group and underpinned by innovation, our products are trusted by armed forces and security personnel across the world.

At NP Aerospace, we believe in doing things the right way – with integrity, respect, collaboration and dedication.

Apply now

If you’re ready to take on a strategic finance role that goes beyond the numbers, apply now. Or visit our LinkedIn page to discover more about what we do.

Please note: If successful, you’ll be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and pass relevant security checks before joining

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