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Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

About the Role
Internally this role is called Programme Analyst, working for our Commercial Finance team, externally, most likely called Senior Finance Analyst.

You’ll play a crucial role by providing essential financial metrics and analysis for key business programmes across EMEA and APAC. You’ll collaborate closely with Programme Controllers, Global Programme Directors, and the Programme Excellence teams, ensuring financial clarity and enhancing programme profitability.

This can be based at either London HQ, Blackfriars Bridge or our COE site, Hemel Hempstead. 

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis on key programmes to drive informed decision-making.
• Guide programme teams to achieve targeted outcomes, addressing cost and profit issues effectively.
• Complete and present monthly programme reports on inventory, unbilled services, deferred costs, and more.
• Support programme controllers with programme inventory, margin baselines, and target profitability analysis.
• Conduct portfolio-level profitability analysis, identifying and communicating key trends.
• Drive Total Gross Margin (TGM) improvement efforts across markets to boost profitability.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Programme Excellence and programme managers, to support financial objectives.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.

Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Excel; working knowledge of SAP and Power BI.

Analytical Abilities: Proven ability to analyse financial data and present insights to support decision-making.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to deliver clear insights and the “big picture.”

Process Improvement: Ability to identify opportunities for process enhancement and drive continuous improvement.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. We have several employee-led Employee Resources Groups (women@work, Black Employees Network, Veterans, Pride Network) providing support, enhancing career development, and contributing to personal development in the work environment and beyond.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (www.smithsdetection.com/careers)or LinkedIn.

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)