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Group Internal Auditor - Finance

Employer
MBDA
Location
Stevenage
Salary
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Closing date
18 Dec 2021
Reference
R05158

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Discipline
Business & Finance
Sector
Defence
Job Type
Engineer

Job Details

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Salary: £40K to £44K + benefitsPart time working considered

An opportunity has arisen within the Group Internal Audit team providing assurance to the MBDA Board covering all of the company's activities. This is an exciting opportunity to join the MBDA Audit team and gain valuable exposure to the wider functions with a medium term view (2-3 years) of moving back into the business.

The OpportunityThe Group Internal Auditor ultimately provides assurance to the MBDA Board by undertaking Internal Audits covering all of MBDA’s activities. You will be required to plan audits, undertake fieldwork, report to the management and board, and follow up on recommendations made.
In addition, there is an opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement and development of the team’s activities.

What’s in it for you?
  • Working with the senior management of the business will give you broad exposure and allow you to develop a strong network.
  • You will both lead and support audit engagements.
  • The work encompasses all MBDA's activities, including those of the subsidiaries and Joint Ventures. Hence, it offers significant variety and an outstanding opportunity to gain broad experience and understanding.
  • Working for a Times Top 30 company that employs over 10,000 people globally, which brings the potential for career development
What we're looking for
  • We are looking for someone who has the ability and aptitude to undertake audits of a wide and varied nature.
  • The ability to communicate clearly, articulate risk and add value are also highly valued
  • A broad finance knowledge/background would be beneficial
  • A self-starter - the successful applicant will be leading audit engagements and change activities
  • Strong communication and influencing skills; an ability to communicate with and influence senior management is crucial
  • As the role includes international working, cultural sensitivity and diplomacy is essential!
  • Team working is important within Internal Audit therefore it is necessary that the successful candidate can work effectively as a team member
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify the nature of an ill-defined problem and then adapt a solution through alternative thinking.
Join a great team!

You will be part of an international team with all the benefits of experiencing different cultures, whilst also offering the opportunity to travel, mainly within Europe but could extend to any MBDA site within our group.

The team is a small one allowing it to be very responsive to change to which all team members can contribute. There are opportunities for all to lead change activities.

Our benefits

*Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *paid overtime (subject to level) *great bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.

Why us?

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We’re here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation. We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

We understand that flexibility benefits our people, our teams and our business; wherever possible we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working

Follow MBDA on LinkedIn (MBDA), Twitter (@MBDAcareers) and Instagram (lifeatMBDA_UK).

Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.

Company

Together. For the future of defence.

We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.

In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.   

For the latest vacancies, employer updates and stories from our people, make sure to visit and bookmark our MBDA UK Careers site.

Our Values 

Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.

Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.

 

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01438754500
Location
6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom

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