185 Senior Management jobs in Stockton on Tees

Job Title: Senior Management Accountant

Location: Washington; Tyne & Wear. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £55,869 depending on skills & experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Monitor and analyse the financial performance of Site Operations cost areas, providing independent financial challenge and regular reviews with senior stakeholders
• Deliver accurate and consistent management reporting for Site Operations, including site stock and labour hours analysis
• Support the Cost Performance Lead in developing the five-year Integrated Business Plan, including direct labour rate calculations and co-ordinating inputs from budget holders
• Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments and journal corrections, and raise purchase requisitions to support operational, engineering and production activities
• Ensure compliance with financial controls , policies and procedures, and support internal and external audit requirements
• Support business stakeholders in understanding financial information, including forecasting and key metric analysis
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement, sharing best practice across the wider FP&A team
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across sites and disciplines within the Defence Solutions business to communicate financial performance and key metrics

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Proven experience in management accounting and FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data manipulation
• Ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders, translating financial information into clear insights
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, supporting operational and financial processes

Desirable

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or qualified by experience
• Proficiency with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle, for reporting and financial management

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cost Performance Team:

The Cost Performance team sits within the FP&A function of Munitions Finance, managing costs across our Land UK manufacturing sites. We work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to provide financial analysis and challenge that supports effective decision -making.

This role oversees finance for small arms ammunition production and offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic part of the business. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and the sharing of best practice, helping to drive financial performance and operational excellence across the sites.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 29th October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Title: Senior Management Accountant

Location: Washington; Tyne & Wear. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £55,869 depending on skills & experience

What you’ll be doing:

• Monitor and analyse the financial performance of Site Operations cost areas, providing independent financial challenge and regular reviews with senior stakeholders
• Deliver accurate and consistent management reporting for Site Operations, including site stock and labour hours analysis
• Support the Cost Performance Lead in developing the five-year Integrated Business Plan, including direct labour rate calculations and co-ordinating inputs from budget holders
• Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments and journal corrections, and raise purchase requisitions to support operational, engineering and production activities
• Ensure compliance with financial controls , policies and procedures, and support internal and external audit requirements
• Support business stakeholders in understanding financial information, including forecasting and key metric analysis
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement, sharing best practice across the wider FP&A team
• Work collaboratively with finance teams across sites and disciplines within the Defence Solutions business to communicate financial performance and key metrics

Your skills and experiences:

Essential

• Proven experience in management accounting and FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and data manipulation
• Ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders, translating financial information into clear insights
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment, supporting operational and financial processes

Desirable

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or qualified by experience
• Proficiency with ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle, for reporting and financial management

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Cost Performance Team:

The Cost Performance team sits within the FP&A function of Munitions Finance, managing costs across our Land UK manufacturing sites. We work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Project Management to provide financial analysis and challenge that supports effective decision -making.

This role oversees finance for small arms ammunition production and offers the opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic part of the business. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and the sharing of best practice, helping to drive financial performance and operational excellence across the sites.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 29th October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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• Lead and manage diverse consulting projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments of client organizations.
• Develop strategic recommendations and implementation roadmaps.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to executive leadership.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in management consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex strategic projects.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies.

• Lead client engagements, defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of client business challenges, market dynamics, and operational efficiencies.
• Develop innovative and data-driven strategic recommendations to address client needs.
• Guide and mentor consulting teams throughout project execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and data collection activities.
• Develop comprehensive business cases and implementation roadmaps.
• Ensure the successful delivery of high-quality consulting services that exceed client expectations.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and business development efforts.
• Identify new business opportunities and support proposal development.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Manage project budgets and timelines effectively.

• Master's degree or MBA from a top-tier institution; relevant professional certifications are a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, with a significant track record of leading successful client engagements.
• Deep expertise in one or more functional areas such as strategy, operations, digital transformation, organizational change, or supply chain management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement complex business strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior executives.
• Demonstrated experience in client relationship management and business development.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites as required.
• Experience across multiple industries is highly desirable.

• Leading and managing large, complex client engagements from strategy through to implementation.
• Developing and executing strategic plans to address clients' most critical business issues.
• Providing expert advisory services and thought leadership to senior executives.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting client relationships.
• Driving business development activities, including identifying opportunities and developing proposals.
• Mentoring and developing teams of consultants, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Contributing to the firm's intellectual capital and service offering development.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, impactful client outcomes.
• Staying ahead of industry trends and emerging best practices.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting purposes.
• Analyse financial performance, identifying key trends, variances, and providing insights to senior management.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Manage the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring efficiency and control.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Implement and improve accounting processes and controls to enhance operational efficiency and data integrity.
• Support internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to business partnering efforts, working closely with various departments to understand their financial needs and provide support.
• Develop and prepare management reports and presentations for various stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the finance team.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience in management accounting or a related financial role.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Proven ability to contribute to process improvements.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance reporting and trend identification.
• Provide financial support and guidance to departmental heads.
• Develop financial models to support business planning and investment appraisal.
• Prepare insightful financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Oversee accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls.
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation and audit processes.
• Contribute to strategic financial planning and decision-making.

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in management accounting and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise at all levels.
• Experience in financial modelling and forecasting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide explanations.
• Perform costing analysis and profitability assessments.
• Develop and maintain financial models for strategic planning.
• Support business case development and financial evaluations.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial information.
• Contribute to the improvement of financial processes and systems.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong management accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling proficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Proactive approach to financial management.

• Lead and manage consulting engagements, from client acquisition and proposal development to project execution and delivery.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of client operations, identifying areas for improvement and developing strategic recommendations.
• Design and implement business process improvements, organizational restructurings, and change management programs.
• Develop comprehensive business cases, financial models, and strategic roadmaps for clients.
• Collaborate closely with senior client executives to understand their challenges and objectives.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a high-performing team environment.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and business development efforts.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, impactful solutions that exceed client expectations.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to consulting.

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field from a reputable institution.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in management consulting or a senior strategic role within industry.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex consulting projects.
• Expertise in areas such as strategy development, operational improvement, organizational design, or digital transformation.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis and business modeling tools.