Financial ControllerRate: £45 - £52 per hour (Mon-Fri 37.5hrs)Location: Bristol or Gosport (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)Duration: 6 monthsStart: ASAPWhat We''re Looking ForA proactive and analytical finance professional who can operate in a fast-paced environment, engage confidently with senior stakeholders, and translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight.OverviewWe are seeking two experienced finance professionals to provide business partnering and financial operations support within a complex, defence-sector environment. This role focuses on live contract financial management, reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis (not estimating or pricing). You will work closely with Programme Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to support decision-making across active defence contracts.Key RequirementsQualified Chartered Accountant (or equivalent)Proven experience in defence or aerospace environmentStrong background in financial operations on live/active contractsExperience in business partnering with operational teamsAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsKey ResponsibilitiesProvide senior-level financial analysis and decision support to programme teamsSupport full project accounting lifecycle (execution through to contract close)Deliver Estimates at Complete (EAC), forecasting, and monthly performance reportingApply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess programme perf