Chief Financial Officer UK

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Required skills, qualifications and experience A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, plus relevant experience Proven experience in senior financial leadership roles Strong track record in financial planning and reporting (Orders, Sales, EBIT, Cash, Balance Sheet, Cost) Broad financial knowledge including overhead management and cost control Experience with EVMS, programme finance, and program accounting Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership and customers Strong financial, analytical, communication, and influencing skills Demonstrated capability to lead and motivate teams across organisational, cultural, and geographic boundaries Ability to manage priorities effectively in a complex and ambiguous environment Must be physically located in the United Kingdom Desired Skills Experience with foreign currency accounting, international ledgers, hedging, and international taxation Active CPA, CMA or CA certification, or MBA in accounting, finance, or related discipline Experience with Lockheed Martin accounting systems and tools Prior international accounting or taxation experience Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Demonstrated continuous learning and development mindset Business Environment Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world's leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors. About the Role Lockheed Martin United Kingdom (LMUK) is seeking a Senior Manager to serve as the Rotary and Missions Systems (RMS) UK Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is a high-profile, senior leadership position providing strategic financial leadership across multiple business areas and lines of business, including Space, Aero, RMS and RMS Lines of Business: Mission Integrated Command and Control (MIC2), Sensors, Effectors & Mission Systems (SEMS), Sikorsky, and Training, Logistics and Simulation (TLS). This role reports directly through the SEMS Line of Business, with significant cross-functional and enterprise-wide influence. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing a multi-disciplinary finance function including programme finance, pricing, overhead, and accounting teams. This position also serves as a key point of contact for Lockheed Martin Corporate and the Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) to His Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC). As RMS UK CFO, you will: Provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across multiple Business Areas and Lines of Business Lead and manage programme finance, pricing, overhead, and accounting teams, including recruitment, development, and performance management Ensure robust financial governance, compliance, and operational controls across all UK activities Own business operations functions, including: Program accounting and controls Overhead management and forecasting Pricing and contract support Foreign exchange management Facilities and operational oversight Partner with Program Offices and Business Development to shape and influence new opportunities and bids Provide leadership and insight to senior internal and external stakeholders across UK and international entities Act as the primary point of contact for Lockheed Martin Corporate functions and the SAO to HMRC Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and defined benefit pension plan requirements in the UK A successful candidate will become a member of the Lockheed Martin United Kingdom (LMUK) and its subsidiary's Board of Directors as the Head of Finance. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Strong, strategic financial leadership across complex, multi-business operations Consistent delivery of robust financial performance and governance Strong partnership with program leadership and business development Effective influence at executive level across UK and US leadership teams Clear, timely compliance with statutory, tax, and pension obligations Trusted leadership across a geographically dispersed and multi-functional finance organization Why Join Lockheed Martin UK? This role offers a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of finance, strategy, and leadership within one of the world's most respected defence and aerospace organisations. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the financial performance and strategic direction of RMS UK, while operating at Board level and influencing senior stakeholders across the UK and US. What we offer you At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more. We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement. We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below: Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave #J-18808-Ljbffr