Exciting opportunity for an Off-Cycle Real Estate Analyst to join the dedicated real assets team within a large global manager ($500bn+ AUM). Working closely with Associates and VP's underwriting, structuring and on-boarding / AM of mid-to-large tickets across all sectors and Western European geographies. Client Details Our client is a Pan-Euro PERE manager, specialising in Value-Add and Opportunistic investments, principally Living, Commercial, Mixed-use and Hotels. With over two decades of track-record and out-performance, they are looking to support their team with an Off-Cycle Analyst hire. Description Analyse and assist underwriting and structuring of transactions. Assist Analysts and Associates who are leading on modelling, research and due diligence across all deals. Work closely with Associates and VP's in executing strategy to grow deal pipeline across Europe. Post transaction Asset Management, Financing, Re-positioning / Redevelopment, working full life-cycle of new and existing investments. Support VP's to manage external consultants, JV partners and Op-Co's / external Asset Managers. Profile The successful Real Estate Off-Cycle Analyst should have: BSc / MSc Real Estate, Real Estate Finance, Economics or STEM degree from a global top 100 University. Some prior experience working on European real estate transactions and asset management. Strong financial modelling, analytical, and research capabilities - attention to detail and accuracy. Some experience assisting seniors with negotiation, structuring, and value-add asset management. Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to learn quickly and thrive in a lean, high-performing team. Fluent in English as a minimum (ideally 2 or more languages) Highly proficient in financial and analytical software tools. Ideally an additional qualification such as CAIA / CFA / IMC / MRICS / ACA. Job Offer Competitive comp + add-ons. This will likely be a 3-6-month Fixed Term Contract with the potential to go Perm later in the year.
Feb 05, 2026
Contractor
Exciting opportunity for an Off-Cycle Real Estate Analyst to join the dedicated real assets team within a large global manager ($500bn+ AUM). Working closely with Associates and VP's underwriting, structuring and on-boarding / AM of mid-to-large tickets across all sectors and Western European geographies. Client Details Our client is a Pan-Euro PERE manager, specialising in Value-Add and Opportunistic investments, principally Living, Commercial, Mixed-use and Hotels. With over two decades of track-record and out-performance, they are looking to support their team with an Off-Cycle Analyst hire. Description Analyse and assist underwriting and structuring of transactions. Assist Analysts and Associates who are leading on modelling, research and due diligence across all deals. Work closely with Associates and VP's in executing strategy to grow deal pipeline across Europe. Post transaction Asset Management, Financing, Re-positioning / Redevelopment, working full life-cycle of new and existing investments. Support VP's to manage external consultants, JV partners and Op-Co's / external Asset Managers. Profile The successful Real Estate Off-Cycle Analyst should have: BSc / MSc Real Estate, Real Estate Finance, Economics or STEM degree from a global top 100 University. Some prior experience working on European real estate transactions and asset management. Strong financial modelling, analytical, and research capabilities - attention to detail and accuracy. Some experience assisting seniors with negotiation, structuring, and value-add asset management. Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to learn quickly and thrive in a lean, high-performing team. Fluent in English as a minimum (ideally 2 or more languages) Highly proficient in financial and analytical software tools. Ideally an additional qualification such as CAIA / CFA / IMC / MRICS / ACA. Job Offer Competitive comp + add-ons. This will likely be a 3-6-month Fixed Term Contract with the potential to go Perm later in the year.
Finance Analyst Manchester Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong national presence, operating from offices in Manchester, London, Birmingham, and Glasgow. We own and manage a diverse portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and industrial assets, including more than 5,000 residential units and assets valued in e click apply for full job details
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Finance Analyst Manchester Permanent Who are we MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong national presence, operating from offices in Manchester, London, Birmingham, and Glasgow. We own and manage a diverse portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and industrial assets, including more than 5,000 residential units and assets valued in e click apply for full job details
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Your new company A PE-backed SaaS business in London is hiring a newly qualified, industry-qualified Finance Analyst to join the team. You will be working for a key international subscription business adding value from a reporting and commercial lens. Your new role As a Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial analysis and advice to help get the right results for the business. Delving into the root causes of problems, unlocking operational efficiencies, driving improvement to processes and delivering strong financial control Support finance strategy across multiple high margin global data subscription businesses Focusing on long-term value creation ARR, NRR and GRR, churn forecasting and data-driven planning Project work Month end close, cash-low and revenue recognition What you'll need to succeed ACA / CIMA / ACCA qualified Subscription experience is essential. Churn and ARR exposure Commercial minded Inquisitive, forward-thinking, sound commercial awareness What you'll get in return This is an exciting role where you will be part of an established and ambitious finance team. The role will expose you to the wider business and core stakeholders. The role will develop your analytical experience and advance your commercial knowledge in a forward and challenging environment. I have placed three people into this business across the last few years, all are still with the company and have developed into core senior leadership roles. The business offers a collaborative working culture and the opportunity to really step into a truly commercial role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Your new company A PE-backed SaaS business in London is hiring a newly qualified, industry-qualified Finance Analyst to join the team. You will be working for a key international subscription business adding value from a reporting and commercial lens. Your new role As a Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial analysis and advice to help get the right results for the business. Delving into the root causes of problems, unlocking operational efficiencies, driving improvement to processes and delivering strong financial control Support finance strategy across multiple high margin global data subscription businesses Focusing on long-term value creation ARR, NRR and GRR, churn forecasting and data-driven planning Project work Month end close, cash-low and revenue recognition What you'll need to succeed ACA / CIMA / ACCA qualified Subscription experience is essential. Churn and ARR exposure Commercial minded Inquisitive, forward-thinking, sound commercial awareness What you'll get in return This is an exciting role where you will be part of an established and ambitious finance team. The role will expose you to the wider business and core stakeholders. The role will develop your analytical experience and advance your commercial knowledge in a forward and challenging environment. I have placed three people into this business across the last few years, all are still with the company and have developed into core senior leadership roles. The business offers a collaborative working culture and the opportunity to really step into a truly commercial role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Nicolette now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Feb 05, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Analyst Location: Rochester Salary: Up to £33,000 dependent on experience What you'll be doing: Financially managing a suite of projects and complete reporting requirements for those projects Working with key stakeholders and supporting line leaders in the preparation and completion of financial forecasts Provide strong financial control , insightful reporting, and work closely with project teams to deliver financial commitments Partnering with the Project teams to understand and analyse budgets and variances, and to challenge the assumptions made to identify financial risks and opportunities Preparing of financial reporting by pulling and validating data from a variety of sources Ensuring projects are fully compliant with the BAE Systems Operational Framework and Finance Policies Manual to satisfy all Internal Control requirements Proactively seeking to improve local processes and working practices to drive efficiencies across the team and wider business Working with stakeholders to produce 1 year and 5-year forecasts for the business key financial metrics Your skills and experiences: Experience or education in Accounting or Finance Strong analysis skills and experience Experience of business partnering and communication with multiple stakeholders Strong user of Excel to include Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Project Finance team The Project Finance team offers a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and professional development, including support for further qualifications, after the qualifying period. Through their work, the team develops strong commercial finance capability, builds the confidence to influence stakeholders, and plays a meaningful role in shaping financial decision -making within the division. The team consists of six highly motivated, energetic, and collaborative professionals who value teamwork and shared accountability. Reporting to the Finance Manager , the team works closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the division, building strong relationships with Project teams and contributing to a variety of initiatives Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 18th February 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Gifford and Partners Recruitment Limited
Leeds, Yorkshire
Are you currently working in Commercial Finance, FP&A or Financial Analysis within a large or complex organisation and feeling ready for more influence, visibility and progression? This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst role where you'll sit at the heart of a fast-evolving finance function, playing a key role in system change, senior stakeholder partneri click apply for full job details
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Are you currently working in Commercial Finance, FP&A or Financial Analysis within a large or complex organisation and feeling ready for more influence, visibility and progression? This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst role where you'll sit at the heart of a fast-evolving finance function, playing a key role in system change, senior stakeholder partneri click apply for full job details
Associate Director - (SSG) Strategy and Execution - EY Parthenon Location: London Other locations: Primary Location Only Requisition ID: At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Associate Director - (SSG) Strategy and Execution - EY Parthenon Our SSG (Software Strategy Group) sits within the Strategy and Execution team, which is EY's leading market team providing Technology, Operations and Financial advice to corporate and private equity firms who intend to acquire, divest or restructure businesses. The team comprises advisors with specialist commercial, operations, software, technology, cyber, finance and deal / transaction experience from industry, advisory and audit backgrounds. SSG has competencies in Product and Technology, Enterprise Technology and Cybersecurity: Product and Technology provides investment and acquisition guidance to clients across commercial, product, and technical topics needed to assess and advise companies leveraging their own proprietary software for commercial advantage Enterprise Technology assesses major technology risks and opportunities related to a transaction across key areas of enterprise technology holistically including enterprise and business systems, infrastructure, data and reporting, tech operating model, tech spend Cybersecurity focuses on understanding the business operating model, then applying our experience, benchmarks and tools to determine where Cyber is critical to the brand, operations, assets and applicable regulations. The team has completed thousands of diligence engagements and provides a unique capability to help companies make critical choices and complete successful transactions. As part of EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity We are seeking to further expand our team with consultants who work across a range of sectors that include Private Equity, Digital, Software and tech-enabled services. The opportunity sits in the Product and Technology competency of the SSG team As an Associate Director in our team, you'll advise clients across software and tech-enabled services sectors, supporting in developing and executing strategies for transactions, use your knowledge and enthusiasm to apply your technical skills across the M&A transaction lifecycle; ranging from diligence to technology strategy assignments including pre-deal diligence, portfolio review and post deal value creation engagements. Your key responsibilities Our Associate Directors manage teams that engage with clients on a variety of topics, ranging from diligence to strategy assignments: Product and Technology diligence: We provide market-leading product and technology diligence of companies in the Software Economy, an "inside-out" assessment of product capabilities, product road map, software architecture, technical debt, R&D organisation, and software development processes, enabling investors to understand a software company's capabilities and ability to execute against its corporate strategy, while also identifying risks and opportunities. Integrated diligence: When EY-Parthenon teams combine product and technology diligence with guiding commercial due diligence "outside-in" capabilities, we provide clients with a cohesive view of their target investment from both a market and an operational perspective, providing insights that each diligence workstream may not uncover separately. We are a leader and innovator in this integrated offering and bring extensive capabilities to the marketplace. Software development optimisation: We assess a company's software development organisation for capacity, talent, and process, and provide actionable recommendations to improve productivity, timeliness, predictability, quality, and overall alignment with the corporate strategy. This assessment is conducted through site visits, interviews, reviewing data, hands-on evaluation, primary research, and benchmarking. Technology strategy and roadmap: By studying clients' technology roadmaps and potential alternatives, as well as assessing cost, risk, and alignment with strategic objectives, we help companies identify and build a suitable technology strategy and architecture road map - sometimes building on internal efforts and sometimes on brand-new ideas. This type of engagement typically revolves around a potential re-platforming initiative or a major transformational effort, such as a substantial acquisition or a SaaS transformation. Product strategy and roadmap: We examine a company's product roadmap and provide recommendations for improvement in product strategy and road map based on market and research, team capabilities, development cost and risk, and technology underpinnings. This type of engagement typically includes primary research on the competitive landscape and market greenspace. It may also entail post-merger consolidation or rationalisation of a product portfolio. Like other engagements, it leverages the combination of capabilities in understanding and assessing marketplaces and deep technical knowledge. Skills and attributes for success Contributing to pre deal, post deal, value creation engagements with clients across all sectors including private equity across the UK and EU. Associate Directors manage an engagement's successful execution and lead junior team members. On any given day, an Associate Director might take the lead role on more challenging analysis, coach/ mentor junior team members, conduct industry research, interview industry experts, conduct qualitative and quantitative investigation, or participate in discussions with our clients Lead discussions to develop hypotheses, insights, and key findings critical to the engagement Executing qualitative and quantitative reviews (e.g., R&D Spend analysis, feature functionality benchmarking, competitor studies, organisational capabilities, technology capabilities) to support the formulation and validation of strategic recommendations Conducting in-depth interviews with key organisational stakeholders, industry experts and customers Performing secondary research using a variety of sources (e.g., analyst reports, market research reports, news articles) Analysing business plans and pro-forma financial models to help identify key assumptions and drivers Contribute to people initiatives; mentoring, coaching, recruiting, retaining and training staff. Desirable knowledge and experience A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with outstanding academic performance. (Computer science or similar field would be a plus) Prior experience as team lead or senior engineer within a software company, or the software function of a more traditional company, especially in fields such as product management, software engineering, data science or DevOps Track record of applying structured methodologies and industry standards for Product Management, UI/UX design principles, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle methods and the ability to provide insights based on experience Prior experience in a transactions context, ideally performing technology due diligence and/or strategic value creation assignments Detail-oriented and good at sifting through datasets quickly to identify patterns and develop insights Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities, along with recommendations to achieve investment thesis goals and/or mitigate risk Flexibility with working locations, as we occasionally perform work onsite in the UK, EU and globally You will be a charismatic and effective leader of diverse teams You will be a strong and articulate communicator You'll be a trusted business consultant to our clients and use your deep knowledge of technology trends to work closely to their needs Your proven project management and stakeholder management experience will be key to the role If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you About EY Parthenon EY-Parthenon teams work with clients to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. With global connectivity and scale, EY-Parthenon teams focus on Strategy Realized - helping CEOs design and deliver strategies to better manage challenges while maximizing opportunities as they look to transform their businesses. From idea to implementation, EY-Parthenon teams help organizations to build a better working world by fostering long-term value. EY-Parthenon is a brand under which a number of EY member firms across the globe provide strategy consulting services. For more information, please visit What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance . click apply for full job details
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Associate Director - (SSG) Strategy and Execution - EY Parthenon Location: London Other locations: Primary Location Only Requisition ID: At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Associate Director - (SSG) Strategy and Execution - EY Parthenon Our SSG (Software Strategy Group) sits within the Strategy and Execution team, which is EY's leading market team providing Technology, Operations and Financial advice to corporate and private equity firms who intend to acquire, divest or restructure businesses. The team comprises advisors with specialist commercial, operations, software, technology, cyber, finance and deal / transaction experience from industry, advisory and audit backgrounds. SSG has competencies in Product and Technology, Enterprise Technology and Cybersecurity: Product and Technology provides investment and acquisition guidance to clients across commercial, product, and technical topics needed to assess and advise companies leveraging their own proprietary software for commercial advantage Enterprise Technology assesses major technology risks and opportunities related to a transaction across key areas of enterprise technology holistically including enterprise and business systems, infrastructure, data and reporting, tech operating model, tech spend Cybersecurity focuses on understanding the business operating model, then applying our experience, benchmarks and tools to determine where Cyber is critical to the brand, operations, assets and applicable regulations. The team has completed thousands of diligence engagements and provides a unique capability to help companies make critical choices and complete successful transactions. As part of EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. The opportunity We are seeking to further expand our team with consultants who work across a range of sectors that include Private Equity, Digital, Software and tech-enabled services. The opportunity sits in the Product and Technology competency of the SSG team As an Associate Director in our team, you'll advise clients across software and tech-enabled services sectors, supporting in developing and executing strategies for transactions, use your knowledge and enthusiasm to apply your technical skills across the M&A transaction lifecycle; ranging from diligence to technology strategy assignments including pre-deal diligence, portfolio review and post deal value creation engagements. Your key responsibilities Our Associate Directors manage teams that engage with clients on a variety of topics, ranging from diligence to strategy assignments: Product and Technology diligence: We provide market-leading product and technology diligence of companies in the Software Economy, an "inside-out" assessment of product capabilities, product road map, software architecture, technical debt, R&D organisation, and software development processes, enabling investors to understand a software company's capabilities and ability to execute against its corporate strategy, while also identifying risks and opportunities. Integrated diligence: When EY-Parthenon teams combine product and technology diligence with guiding commercial due diligence "outside-in" capabilities, we provide clients with a cohesive view of their target investment from both a market and an operational perspective, providing insights that each diligence workstream may not uncover separately. We are a leader and innovator in this integrated offering and bring extensive capabilities to the marketplace. Software development optimisation: We assess a company's software development organisation for capacity, talent, and process, and provide actionable recommendations to improve productivity, timeliness, predictability, quality, and overall alignment with the corporate strategy. This assessment is conducted through site visits, interviews, reviewing data, hands-on evaluation, primary research, and benchmarking. Technology strategy and roadmap: By studying clients' technology roadmaps and potential alternatives, as well as assessing cost, risk, and alignment with strategic objectives, we help companies identify and build a suitable technology strategy and architecture road map - sometimes building on internal efforts and sometimes on brand-new ideas. This type of engagement typically revolves around a potential re-platforming initiative or a major transformational effort, such as a substantial acquisition or a SaaS transformation. Product strategy and roadmap: We examine a company's product roadmap and provide recommendations for improvement in product strategy and road map based on market and research, team capabilities, development cost and risk, and technology underpinnings. This type of engagement typically includes primary research on the competitive landscape and market greenspace. It may also entail post-merger consolidation or rationalisation of a product portfolio. Like other engagements, it leverages the combination of capabilities in understanding and assessing marketplaces and deep technical knowledge. Skills and attributes for success Contributing to pre deal, post deal, value creation engagements with clients across all sectors including private equity across the UK and EU. Associate Directors manage an engagement's successful execution and lead junior team members. On any given day, an Associate Director might take the lead role on more challenging analysis, coach/ mentor junior team members, conduct industry research, interview industry experts, conduct qualitative and quantitative investigation, or participate in discussions with our clients Lead discussions to develop hypotheses, insights, and key findings critical to the engagement Executing qualitative and quantitative reviews (e.g., R&D Spend analysis, feature functionality benchmarking, competitor studies, organisational capabilities, technology capabilities) to support the formulation and validation of strategic recommendations Conducting in-depth interviews with key organisational stakeholders, industry experts and customers Performing secondary research using a variety of sources (e.g., analyst reports, market research reports, news articles) Analysing business plans and pro-forma financial models to help identify key assumptions and drivers Contribute to people initiatives; mentoring, coaching, recruiting, retaining and training staff. Desirable knowledge and experience A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with outstanding academic performance. (Computer science or similar field would be a plus) Prior experience as team lead or senior engineer within a software company, or the software function of a more traditional company, especially in fields such as product management, software engineering, data science or DevOps Track record of applying structured methodologies and industry standards for Product Management, UI/UX design principles, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle methods and the ability to provide insights based on experience Prior experience in a transactions context, ideally performing technology due diligence and/or strategic value creation assignments Detail-oriented and good at sifting through datasets quickly to identify patterns and develop insights Ability to make detailed assessments of industry, products, markets, competitors and customers to identify risks and opportunities, along with recommendations to achieve investment thesis goals and/or mitigate risk Flexibility with working locations, as we occasionally perform work onsite in the UK, EU and globally You will be a charismatic and effective leader of diverse teams You will be a strong and articulate communicator You'll be a trusted business consultant to our clients and use your deep knowledge of technology trends to work closely to their needs Your proven project management and stakeholder management experience will be key to the role If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you About EY Parthenon EY-Parthenon teams work with clients to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. With global connectivity and scale, EY-Parthenon teams focus on Strategy Realized - helping CEOs design and deliver strategies to better manage challenges while maximizing opportunities as they look to transform their businesses. From idea to implementation, EY-Parthenon teams help organizations to build a better working world by fostering long-term value. EY-Parthenon is a brand under which a number of EY member firms across the globe provide strategy consulting services. For more information, please visit What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance . click apply for full job details
A fantastic role has arisen for a Commercial Finance Analyst to join a renowned FMCG company based in Greenford. This position is central to driving business performance, with a strong focus on finance business partnering across key functions. You'll be instrumental in delivering insightful mix and margin analysis, interpreting market trends, and supporting data-driven decision-making. Your expertise will also shape our financial planning processes through robust bottom-up forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking. If you're a proactive, analytical thinker who thrives on turning numbers into strategy, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with non-finance teams to provide financial insight and support business initiatives. Support the development of accurate bottom-up forecasts and annual budgets. Monitor variances and provide meaningful commentary. Conduct detailed analysis on product mix and margin performance to identify trends and support profitability initiatives. Track and interpret key market trends and competitor activity to inform commercial strategies. Produce regular and ad-hoc financial reports to monitor key KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insight to support senior leadership and decision-making. Requirements: Part-Qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or equivalent Advanced Excel Experience with SAP is advantageous Ability to influence stakeholders and challenge constructively By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
A fantastic role has arisen for a Commercial Finance Analyst to join a renowned FMCG company based in Greenford. This position is central to driving business performance, with a strong focus on finance business partnering across key functions. You'll be instrumental in delivering insightful mix and margin analysis, interpreting market trends, and supporting data-driven decision-making. Your expertise will also shape our financial planning processes through robust bottom-up forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking. If you're a proactive, analytical thinker who thrives on turning numbers into strategy, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with non-finance teams to provide financial insight and support business initiatives. Support the development of accurate bottom-up forecasts and annual budgets. Monitor variances and provide meaningful commentary. Conduct detailed analysis on product mix and margin performance to identify trends and support profitability initiatives. Track and interpret key market trends and competitor activity to inform commercial strategies. Produce regular and ad-hoc financial reports to monitor key KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement. Translate financial data into clear, actionable insight to support senior leadership and decision-making. Requirements: Part-Qualified (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or equivalent Advanced Excel Experience with SAP is advantageous Ability to influence stakeholders and challenge constructively By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.
We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Customer Success Manager to own and lead Enterprise customer relationships with confidence and creativity. In this role, you'll take charge of roughly 20 accounts, ensuring every detail is managed and every interaction delivers value. You'll collaborate with analysts, product, engineering, and business teams to help customers fully adopt Novisto, achieve their goals, and grow their partnership with us. If you excel at steering calls, driving next steps, and thinking outside the box to solve challenges, we'd love to have you on the team! Your Responsibilities Will Include: Collaborate to Define Success: Partner with enterprise-level customers to establish clear objectives, milestones, and metrics aligned with their goals, ensuring shared accountability for achieving meaningful outcomes. Operate with a "One Team" Mentality: Champion internal collaboration and alignment to drive exceptional results for your customers. Work closely with ESG Implementation, ESG Adoption Services, Product, and other teams to ensure we operate in lockstep and deliver the best possible outcomes. Build Strategic Relationships: Develop strong, trusted relationships with customers by deeply understanding their evolving business priorities and ESG goals. Focus on multi-threading accounts and fostering strong executive-level connections. Drive Platform Engagement: Lead initiatives that expand platform adoption and deepen customer satisfaction, such as tailored training, enablement programs, internal marketing campaigns, and evangelism efforts. Lead Commercial Outcomes: Own all renewal and expansion efforts, focusing on delivering meaningful customer value. Ensure renewals are secured ahead of deadlines and captured in the CRM. Proactively lead renewal conversations, identify opportunities to enhance customer value, and manage expansion efforts end-to-end, with support from CS leadership as needed. Manage Projects with Precision: Oversee customer projects from start to finish, including scope, deliverables, timelines, and communication. Anticipate challenges and coordinate cross-functional solutions to ensure success. Deliver Seamless Onboarding: Partner with the ESG Implementation Services team to deliver comprehensive training, equipping customers with the knowledge and confidence to fully leverage Novisto's platform. Showcase Impact: Highlight and share customer success stories that demonstrate the tangible value Novisto brings to their businesses, ensuring these stories are celebrated both externally and internally. What we are looking for: 3+ years of relevant work experience in Customer Success or Account Management teams Deep caring about customers and a natural ability to empathize with and advocate for them; Passion for the ESG industry; Strong communication and presentation skills in English and a second language (French, Spanish or German) (bilingualism required) Ability to independently prioritize work and autonomously manage a large workload; Track record of excellence; demonstrated excellence in work; Structured and analytical approach to any work plan; Entrepreneurial approach to testing hypotheses and quickly iterating on ideas; Startup, software development industry, and/or SaaS experience (Preferred) What we offer: Join an early-stage, well-financed company Advance Novisto's purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, environment, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability Flexible schedules Stock option plan
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Customer Success Manager to own and lead Enterprise customer relationships with confidence and creativity. In this role, you'll take charge of roughly 20 accounts, ensuring every detail is managed and every interaction delivers value. You'll collaborate with analysts, product, engineering, and business teams to help customers fully adopt Novisto, achieve their goals, and grow their partnership with us. If you excel at steering calls, driving next steps, and thinking outside the box to solve challenges, we'd love to have you on the team! Your Responsibilities Will Include: Collaborate to Define Success: Partner with enterprise-level customers to establish clear objectives, milestones, and metrics aligned with their goals, ensuring shared accountability for achieving meaningful outcomes. Operate with a "One Team" Mentality: Champion internal collaboration and alignment to drive exceptional results for your customers. Work closely with ESG Implementation, ESG Adoption Services, Product, and other teams to ensure we operate in lockstep and deliver the best possible outcomes. Build Strategic Relationships: Develop strong, trusted relationships with customers by deeply understanding their evolving business priorities and ESG goals. Focus on multi-threading accounts and fostering strong executive-level connections. Drive Platform Engagement: Lead initiatives that expand platform adoption and deepen customer satisfaction, such as tailored training, enablement programs, internal marketing campaigns, and evangelism efforts. Lead Commercial Outcomes: Own all renewal and expansion efforts, focusing on delivering meaningful customer value. Ensure renewals are secured ahead of deadlines and captured in the CRM. Proactively lead renewal conversations, identify opportunities to enhance customer value, and manage expansion efforts end-to-end, with support from CS leadership as needed. Manage Projects with Precision: Oversee customer projects from start to finish, including scope, deliverables, timelines, and communication. Anticipate challenges and coordinate cross-functional solutions to ensure success. Deliver Seamless Onboarding: Partner with the ESG Implementation Services team to deliver comprehensive training, equipping customers with the knowledge and confidence to fully leverage Novisto's platform. Showcase Impact: Highlight and share customer success stories that demonstrate the tangible value Novisto brings to their businesses, ensuring these stories are celebrated both externally and internally. What we are looking for: 3+ years of relevant work experience in Customer Success or Account Management teams Deep caring about customers and a natural ability to empathize with and advocate for them; Passion for the ESG industry; Strong communication and presentation skills in English and a second language (French, Spanish or German) (bilingualism required) Ability to independently prioritize work and autonomously manage a large workload; Track record of excellence; demonstrated excellence in work; Structured and analytical approach to any work plan; Entrepreneurial approach to testing hypotheses and quickly iterating on ideas; Startup, software development industry, and/or SaaS experience (Preferred) What we offer: Join an early-stage, well-financed company Advance Novisto's purpose of contributing to the sustainability of the economy, environment, and society by empowering companies to make better decisions and disclosures through our ESG data management software Contribute your knowledge and insights to increase awareness and knowledge of sustainability Flexible schedules Stock option plan
Commercial Analyst Salary: £35,000 - £36,000 + 15% company bonus Benefits: 2 day working from home, 20 days holiday, Life insurance+ 5 % pension Location: Borehamwood A globally recognised, heritage-led brand offering a collaborative and inclusive working environment, where employees are supported to develop their skills, contribute ideas, and take pride in representing a name synonymous with quality and excellence. Committed to high standards, integrity, and long-term growth, Filippo Berio values teamwork, cultural diversity, and employee wellbeing, encouraging a people-first culture within a stable and respected international organisation Responsibilities: Liaise with the sales and finance teams in preparing, inputting and evaluating promotions on our Vistex / SAP management tool. To liaise with the corporate Vistex team in Italy to align with international trade marketing functions. Compile weekly market audit of Companies and competitor product pricing in the market across product range Prepare monthly reports using data sets showing product and brand performance. Generate data and actionable insights Help the sales team in preparing customer presentations. To prepare and issue daily / weekly / monthly sales and margin customer data to internal teams To evaluate promotions to evaluate success against KPIs Attributes: Previous experience as a Data analyst essential Experience in FMCG, Retail and E-commerce is highly beneficia Tenacious, intelligent, ambitious, pro active team player Numerate with excellent data analytical and presentation skills Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Commercial Analyst Salary: £35,000 - £36,000 + 15% company bonus Benefits: 2 day working from home, 20 days holiday, Life insurance+ 5 % pension Location: Borehamwood A globally recognised, heritage-led brand offering a collaborative and inclusive working environment, where employees are supported to develop their skills, contribute ideas, and take pride in representing a name synonymous with quality and excellence. Committed to high standards, integrity, and long-term growth, Filippo Berio values teamwork, cultural diversity, and employee wellbeing, encouraging a people-first culture within a stable and respected international organisation Responsibilities: Liaise with the sales and finance teams in preparing, inputting and evaluating promotions on our Vistex / SAP management tool. To liaise with the corporate Vistex team in Italy to align with international trade marketing functions. Compile weekly market audit of Companies and competitor product pricing in the market across product range Prepare monthly reports using data sets showing product and brand performance. Generate data and actionable insights Help the sales team in preparing customer presentations. To prepare and issue daily / weekly / monthly sales and margin customer data to internal teams To evaluate promotions to evaluate success against KPIs Attributes: Previous experience as a Data analyst essential Experience in FMCG, Retail and E-commerce is highly beneficia Tenacious, intelligent, ambitious, pro active team player Numerate with excellent data analytical and presentation skills Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data.
Base Location: Perth, UK Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time Flexible First options available The role At SSE Gas Storage we're powering the transition to a renewables-led system by providing the flexibility the grid needs. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in managing the UK's largest onshore underground gas storage portfolio. As part of SSE Gas Storage's commercial arm and reporting directly into the trading team, you will be immersed in the analysis of gas and energy market fundamentals with significant input into trading/hedging strategies, position management and the delivery of strong financial assessments of opportunity and risk. The role is instrumental to the commercial decisions that are taken within the team and it will be your responsibility to ensure that we are ahead of the news. With access to a large array of resources and sources it is up to you to bring the salient information to the fore. You will Conduct thorough analysis and maintain a sound working knowledge and modelling of all areas that impact the UK gas and associated markets, being the company's expert in such matters Impart key information from a variety of sources in a timely manner to relevant stakeholders to ensure that opportunities and risks are identified in good time Provide key regular and ad-hoc reports and analysis to trading colleagues and senior management Ensure compliance with all regulatory obligations You will have Demonstrable experience and knowledge within the UK Energy Market would be preferred Been educated to degree level and/or have relevant analytical experience in the energy industry Strong team working, interpersonal and demonstrable problem-solving skills A highly analytical mindset, with strong numerical and data handling skills Competence with the MS Suite, with experience of optimisation and modelling tools also advantageous About SSE SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plans see us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy. Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. Work with an equal opportunity employer SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. Ready to apply? Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Base Location: Perth, UK Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time Flexible First options available The role At SSE Gas Storage we're powering the transition to a renewables-led system by providing the flexibility the grid needs. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in managing the UK's largest onshore underground gas storage portfolio. As part of SSE Gas Storage's commercial arm and reporting directly into the trading team, you will be immersed in the analysis of gas and energy market fundamentals with significant input into trading/hedging strategies, position management and the delivery of strong financial assessments of opportunity and risk. The role is instrumental to the commercial decisions that are taken within the team and it will be your responsibility to ensure that we are ahead of the news. With access to a large array of resources and sources it is up to you to bring the salient information to the fore. You will Conduct thorough analysis and maintain a sound working knowledge and modelling of all areas that impact the UK gas and associated markets, being the company's expert in such matters Impart key information from a variety of sources in a timely manner to relevant stakeholders to ensure that opportunities and risks are identified in good time Provide key regular and ad-hoc reports and analysis to trading colleagues and senior management Ensure compliance with all regulatory obligations You will have Demonstrable experience and knowledge within the UK Energy Market would be preferred Been educated to degree level and/or have relevant analytical experience in the energy industry Strong team working, interpersonal and demonstrable problem-solving skills A highly analytical mindset, with strong numerical and data handling skills Competence with the MS Suite, with experience of optimisation and modelling tools also advantageous About SSE SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plans see us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. SSE Thermal keep the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how we generate energy. Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. Work with an equal opportunity employer SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. Ready to apply? Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
Chief Finance Officer (Interim), BOOKMARK READING CHARITY This role is for an Interim Chief Finance Officer at Bookmark Reading Charity, offering a 12-month fixed-term contract with a salary of £70,000-£80,000. Hybrid work location; two days per week in London. Overview Bookmark Reading Charity - we exist to change children's life stories through the joy of reading. As a leading reading charity for primary school children, we partner with schools to develop whole school reading cultures and provide one-to-one reading support. We are now growing fast and expanding into new areas, in addition to increasing our service lines. We have delivered the first year of our three-year strategy, where we are working towards partnering with 1,000 primary schools, where 500,000 children will benefit from a Bookmark literacy programme. Following an internal interim promotion, we are seeking a Chief Finance Officer (interim) to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The CFO role is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for the foundations of the core functions in the Charity. The individual will lead a varied portfolio, whilst also supporting the wider organisation to reach our ambitious targets. This role will suit someone who is able to provide strategic support, see the big picture, improve processes and get hands-on in the detail. Responsibilities Finance - Responsible for the day-to-day financial and commercial excellence of Bookmark. This is a varied role which will require you to be hands-on with the numbers and processes. Maintain and improve financial policies and procedures, internal controls, corporate governance and risk management frameworks. Responsible for cash management, and cash and reserves forecasting. Oversee delivery of monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and financial compliance for all entities. Preparation of financial reports for the Board of Trustees and Finance & Risk Committee including Bookmark's Treasurer. Financial planning - maintenance of rolling forecast projections (including operating model) to forecast future financial performance, prepare business cases and sensitivity analysis, and update the 3-year business plan on an annual basis. Advising on SORP and other financial accounting issues. Managing external relationships with auditors, payroll providers and bankers. Responsible for tax, gift aid reclaims, VAT and company secretarial matters. Commercial, legal and fundraising matters - Maintain and develop improvements to reporting on the ongoing cost of a reading session; lead and support the team on the charity's commercial agreements, including school contracts, grant and other donor contracts, commercial participator agreements, professional fundraiser agreements, IP licenses and all associated guidelines; manage relationships with external lawyers for all legal matters; work with the fundraising team to develop a case for support for donors and specific funding bids. Data and operations - Matrix leadership, accountable for operational excellence and contributing insights into key business drivers and KPIs; work with the Data and Impact Analyst to inform innovation and prioritisation; increase richness and value of data and management information; build a Target Operating Model with SLT and lead transformation for the next strategic period; identify opportunities to improve processes across the charity. Technology - Support the technology team with day-to-day management; collaborate with the CRM & Technology Manager to ensure cost-effectiveness and fit-for-purpose technology; act as Data Protection Officer in collaboration with the Technology team. HR - Support the HR Manager with delivery of day-to-day HR services; ensure HR processes are efficient, consistent and compliant; oversee payroll processes in conjunction with HR and Finance. Governance and policies - Responsible for all statutory filings; lead robust reporting to the Trustee Board, Finance & Risk Committee and Operations Board; maintain the policy log and update policies on a rolling basis. General responsibilities - Direct line management of four individuals (wider department of six); member of the Senior Leadership Team; act as Health and Safety Officer and oversee practices as appropriate. Person Specification / Qualifications Qualified Accountant with proven success in a commercially focused finance role. Commercially astute, technically strong, hands-on, dynamic, insightful and an influential leader with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels. Robust understanding of financial systems (Xero), CRM platforms, business intelligence systems and target operating models. Service delivery focused with a desire to achieve targets and objectives. Excellent IT, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop open and collaborative relationships. Flexible, adaptable, tenacious and thrives in a fast-paced growth environment. Structured problem-solving approach with excellent attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Excellent verbal and written communication, including strong presentational skills. High integrity with a commitment to good governance. Passionate about our vision and mission; willingness and suitability to work with children and young adults. Contract & Location Contract type: Fixed-term contract (12 months), full-time. Start date: ASAP. Salary: £70,000-£80,000. Location: Bookmark Reading Charity, London (minimum two days per week at the Bookmark office). Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (interim). Application Application deadline: rolling with active shortlisting and interviews; applications are submitted. Note: This description consolidates the role and responsibilities as provided. It excludes boilerplate and non-relevant site notices.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Chief Finance Officer (Interim), BOOKMARK READING CHARITY This role is for an Interim Chief Finance Officer at Bookmark Reading Charity, offering a 12-month fixed-term contract with a salary of £70,000-£80,000. Hybrid work location; two days per week in London. Overview Bookmark Reading Charity - we exist to change children's life stories through the joy of reading. As a leading reading charity for primary school children, we partner with schools to develop whole school reading cultures and provide one-to-one reading support. We are now growing fast and expanding into new areas, in addition to increasing our service lines. We have delivered the first year of our three-year strategy, where we are working towards partnering with 1,000 primary schools, where 500,000 children will benefit from a Bookmark literacy programme. Following an internal interim promotion, we are seeking a Chief Finance Officer (interim) to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The CFO role is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for the foundations of the core functions in the Charity. The individual will lead a varied portfolio, whilst also supporting the wider organisation to reach our ambitious targets. This role will suit someone who is able to provide strategic support, see the big picture, improve processes and get hands-on in the detail. Responsibilities Finance - Responsible for the day-to-day financial and commercial excellence of Bookmark. This is a varied role which will require you to be hands-on with the numbers and processes. Maintain and improve financial policies and procedures, internal controls, corporate governance and risk management frameworks. Responsible for cash management, and cash and reserves forecasting. Oversee delivery of monthly management accounts, annual financial statements and financial compliance for all entities. Preparation of financial reports for the Board of Trustees and Finance & Risk Committee including Bookmark's Treasurer. Financial planning - maintenance of rolling forecast projections (including operating model) to forecast future financial performance, prepare business cases and sensitivity analysis, and update the 3-year business plan on an annual basis. Advising on SORP and other financial accounting issues. Managing external relationships with auditors, payroll providers and bankers. Responsible for tax, gift aid reclaims, VAT and company secretarial matters. Commercial, legal and fundraising matters - Maintain and develop improvements to reporting on the ongoing cost of a reading session; lead and support the team on the charity's commercial agreements, including school contracts, grant and other donor contracts, commercial participator agreements, professional fundraiser agreements, IP licenses and all associated guidelines; manage relationships with external lawyers for all legal matters; work with the fundraising team to develop a case for support for donors and specific funding bids. Data and operations - Matrix leadership, accountable for operational excellence and contributing insights into key business drivers and KPIs; work with the Data and Impact Analyst to inform innovation and prioritisation; increase richness and value of data and management information; build a Target Operating Model with SLT and lead transformation for the next strategic period; identify opportunities to improve processes across the charity. Technology - Support the technology team with day-to-day management; collaborate with the CRM & Technology Manager to ensure cost-effectiveness and fit-for-purpose technology; act as Data Protection Officer in collaboration with the Technology team. HR - Support the HR Manager with delivery of day-to-day HR services; ensure HR processes are efficient, consistent and compliant; oversee payroll processes in conjunction with HR and Finance. Governance and policies - Responsible for all statutory filings; lead robust reporting to the Trustee Board, Finance & Risk Committee and Operations Board; maintain the policy log and update policies on a rolling basis. General responsibilities - Direct line management of four individuals (wider department of six); member of the Senior Leadership Team; act as Health and Safety Officer and oversee practices as appropriate. Person Specification / Qualifications Qualified Accountant with proven success in a commercially focused finance role. Commercially astute, technically strong, hands-on, dynamic, insightful and an influential leader with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels. Robust understanding of financial systems (Xero), CRM platforms, business intelligence systems and target operating models. Service delivery focused with a desire to achieve targets and objectives. Excellent IT, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop open and collaborative relationships. Flexible, adaptable, tenacious and thrives in a fast-paced growth environment. Structured problem-solving approach with excellent attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Excellent verbal and written communication, including strong presentational skills. High integrity with a commitment to good governance. Passionate about our vision and mission; willingness and suitability to work with children and young adults. Contract & Location Contract type: Fixed-term contract (12 months), full-time. Start date: ASAP. Salary: £70,000-£80,000. Location: Bookmark Reading Charity, London (minimum two days per week at the Bookmark office). Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (interim). Application Application deadline: rolling with active shortlisting and interviews; applications are submitted. Note: This description consolidates the role and responsibilities as provided. It excludes boilerplate and non-relevant site notices.
