Operations and Finance Coordinator (Defense)

TL;DR

Operations and Finance Coordinator (Defense): Coordinating operational and financial activities for the Turreted Weapons Systems business unit with an accent on project management, procurement, and financial reporting. Focus on managing purchase orders, overseeing finance provisioning, and supporting infrastructure and facilities projects.

Location: Hybrid – Tewkesbury, GBR. Must meet BPSS security standards and be able to access UK and U.S. (ITAR) export-controlled information.

Company

A global performance culture specializing in high-precision control components and systems for defense and aerospace.

What you will do

• Lead and coordinate business unit projects, including trade shows, infrastructure, and facilities projects.
• Manage purchase orders, prepare acknowledgements, reports, invoices, and credit documentation.
• Oversee finance provisioning, payments, and manage shared services to ensure smooth BU operations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate personnel training activities and manage visitor policies and processes.
• Support maintenance, health & safety, and site activities in collaboration with the Facilities Manager and EH&S Coordinator.

Requirements

• Associate degree in business/finance with 5+ years of relevant experience, or 8+ years of total related experience.
• Strong expertise in financial activities and procurement within a business unit.
• Proven ability to lead small projects and manage multiple simultaneous activities.
• Must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
• Ability to access UK and U.S. (ITAR) export-controlled information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of UK business processes.

Nice to have

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Understanding of MRP systems and export processes, including Incoterms.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package and Private Medical Insurance.
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Company pension contribution starting at 6% and employee share options.
• Onsite gym, free parking, and access to electric car charging.
• Access to professional learning and development programs and mental health support.