Finance Manager - Cost Controlling at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Transportation, Public SectorIndustries

Requirements

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with an understanding of IFRS accounting
Inquisitive mindset with courage to challenge the status quo and ask “why” to further develop understanding of tasks and processes
Proven ability in running multiple activities and driving projects and tasks to successful completion, with communication skills including awareness of communication styles for all levels within the business
French language skills (advantageous)
Act as a role model for the wider cost base team through living MBDA values
British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship (security clearance requirements)
Ability to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)

Responsibilities

Lead and collaborate with a business unit across diverse activities, including management responsibility for one finance officer to inspire, develop, and maintain high performance
Lead the monthly closing process, including flash reporting on working day 2
Collaborate on performance reporting to UK Management and Finance teams
Build and maintain trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders
Focus on in-year outlook process, capturing business risks and opportunities for Operating and Capital expenditure
Liaise with French counterparts to provide consolidated group reporting for shared topics such as Group applications and cross company recharging
Engage with wider UK and international cost base teams to share ideas, best practice, and cohesion
Participate in cross directorate steering groups for infrastructure Capital investment planning and reporting, including Estimates at Completion
Lead on business planning and support to other UK business units for allocation of directly attributable costs
Contribute to shaping future cost controlling process and methodology by feeding into requirements for IMPACT transformation programme to S4/HANA
Influence and contribute to budgeting and 5-year planning process for UK cost base and Capital, interfacing with stakeholders to determine resourcing requirements and advocate pragmatic outcomes

Skills

Cost Controlling

Monthly Closing

Flash Reporting

Performance Reporting

Financial Planning

Stakeholder Management

Operating Expenditure

Capital Expenditure

Accounting

Finance Management

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Risks

Accessibility concerns with Green Line 'supercars' may lead to public dissatisfaction.

'MBTA Go' app could face technical issues affecting user satisfaction.

North Station bridge project may encounter construction delays or budget overruns.

Differentiation

MBTA offers a comprehensive range of transit services in Greater Boston.

The agency provides specialized passes for flexible and convenient travel options.

MBTA's CharlieCard system simplifies fare payment for frequent commuters.

Upsides

Federal funding supports infrastructure projects like the North Station bridge replacement.

The 'Tap to Ride' system modernizes and streamlines fare collection processes.

NextGen Bus Navigation Pilot Program aims to improve bus route efficiency.

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