SAP Analyst

Finance Systems / SAP BPC Analyst – Contract (12 Months)

BAE Systems

Portsmouth / Frimley (Hybrid – very flexible)

£43 PAYE / £57.97 Umbrella (Inside IR35)

We are supporting BAE Systems in the search for a Finance Systems Analyst with strong SAP BPC experience to join on a 12-month contract.

This is a hands-on systems role, focused on maintaining and supporting a critical financial reporting platform used across the business.

The Role You will take ownership of the SAP BPC (Business Planning & Consolidation) system, ensuring it operates effectively and supporting finance users across the business.

This is a BAU support-focused role, particularly around period-end activity, with a strong emphasis on troubleshooting and system reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support the SAP BPC system (Standard / Embedded)
• Act as first point of contact for user queries and issue resolution
• Monitor and manage system performance, including period-end processing cycles
• Troubleshoot system issues and ensure quick resolution
• Support finance teams during month-end and reporting cycles
• Manage and respond to queries through a shared inbox environment
• Support testing and validation activities where required
• Contribute to ongoing system improvements and process optimisation
• Produce and maintain system documentation and training materials

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Hands-on experience with SAP BPC (Business Planning & Consolidation)
• Experience supporting or maintaining finance systems / reporting platforms
• Strong troubleshooting and issue resolution skills
• Ability to work in a support-driven, BAU environment

Desirable:

• Broader SAP / EPM experience (SAP, Hyperion, Anaplan, etc.)
• Experience with UAT, system upgrades, or implementations
• Understanding of financial reporting / month-end processes
• Experience working in a shared service or support function

Important Requirements:

• Due to project requirements, applicants must be Sole UK Nationals
• Ability to attend site (Frimley or Portsmouth) occasionally if required

The Opportunity:

• Join a major defence organisation with complex finance systems
• Take ownership of a business-critical reporting platform
• Gain exposure to SAP BPC in a large-scale environment
• Work in a flexible hybrid setup with minimal on-site expectation

Who this role suits:

• SAP BPC Analysts
• Finance Systems Analysts (SAP / EPM)
• Junior-to-mid SAP consultants looking for a hands-on support role