Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Location:

Oxford (Hybrid 3 days a week on-site) Rate: £37.01 per hour Umbrella

Contract:

6 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading global aerospace and defence client for a Financial Analyst to join their finance team on a six‑month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to support financial reporting across defence programmes while contributing to future bid campaigns within a fast‑paced and highly regulated environment.

Process payroll journals and support payroll activities

Maintain fixed asset registers, including control and monitoring

Prepare and submit VAT returns

Complete balance sheet reconciliations

Raise and manage intercompany invoices

Support statutory audit activities and provide required documentation

Produce Forex reporting and analysis

Assist with month‑end close activities and financial reporting

Support financial reporting for defence projects and future bid campaigns

Strong understanding of finance principles with experience in payroll, fixed asset control, invoicing and Forex reporting

Experience preparing balance sheet reconciliations and supporting month‑end processes

Knowledge of VAT returns and statutory audit support

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong report writing and documentation abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to tight deadlines

Solid understanding of work package management and work package control

Knowledge of risk management principles

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised aerospace and defence organisation, working on high‑profile programmes while gaining valuable experience within a collaborative and professional finance team.