Finance Business Partner M/F (H/F) – GOODRICH ACTUATION SYSTEMS LIMITED (UK) Full Time NEW

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l’aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l’espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l’environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d’affaires de 27,3 milliards d’euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World’s Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Electronics & Defense propose à ses clients des solutions d’intelligence embarquée leur permettant d’appréhender l’environnement, de réduire la charge mentale et de garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, ce dans tous les environnements : sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou l’espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service de ces trois fonctions : observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires.

Mission description

What does the role look like? As Aftermarket Finance Business Partner, you will act as the primary financial contact for the Actuation Aftermarket leadership team, providing robust analysis, insight and commercial support to drive performance and growth. You will hold accountability for the financial performance of the MRO Storefront, including Flightsense, overseeing forecasting, reporting, R&O processes and governance. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Aftermarket, MRO facilities and global finance teams, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, supporting investment decisions and ensuring strong financial control. This is a highly visible role within the ASA leadership team, combining commercial acumen with technical financial expertise in a fast-paced, international environment. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Provide financial leadership and decision support to the Aftermarket Director and ASA leadership team, including P&L oversight, strategic guidance and investment analysis. • Manage all financial reporting for the MRO Storefront, including forecasting, planning and actuals reporting. • Oversee the Flightsense EAC process, ensuring robust governance, risk and opportunity management and compliance with financial controls. • Lead the R&O process for the MRO Storefront, identifying performance drivers and ensuring clear stakeholder communication. • Support the development of long-term forecasting and strategic planning aligned with market expectations and site intelligence. • Act as financial approver for ASA proposals and business cases. • Drive continuous improvement across Aftermarket financial processes, models and reporting. • Build strong working relationships across Actuation finance teams in the UK, Italy, USA and France. • Support Safran ASA integration activities and ensure compliance with accounting policies and international standards.

What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ICAEW or ACCA). • Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills and experience managing complex data sets. • Proven experience partnering with senior stakeholders in a matrix environment, influencing commercial decision-making. Desirable skills: • FP&A experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment. • Experience in aftermarket or service-based sales models. • Knowledge of Program Finance (EAC) and Power by the Hour contracts. • Experience working across multiple geographies and cultures. • Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting business cases and investment decisions.