Budgeting Analyst - Remote

TN United Kingdom; Bournemouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the property sector is seeking a Budgeting Analyst to join their finance team. This pivotal role offers the chance to take ownership of development budgets, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment. You will collaborate with various teams, providing clear financial insights that enhance business performance. The position is primarily remote, allowing for flexibility while still offering occasional engagement at the head office in Bournemouth. If you're a finance professional eager to influence decisions and drive improvements, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing complex budgets and supporting financial planning.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing annual development budgets.
• Analyzing cost assumptions and providing insights to inform strategy.
• Driving process improvements in budgeting and financial reporting.

Skills

Budget Preparation

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualification

Relevant Budgeting Experience

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Qube

Adaptive Insights

Job description

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Sheridan Maine is delighted to partner with a leading organisation in the property sector to recruit a Budgeting Analyst for their finance team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who excels in collaboration, problem-solving, and providing clear financial insights that enhance business performance.

This position is primarily remote, with occasional travel to the head office in Bournemouth.

The role:

As a key finance contact for development budgeting, you will take ownership of annual and initial budgets for new property developments, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and strategic alignment. This role provides cross-departmental exposure and the opportunity to influence decisions through analysis and stakeholder engagement.

Core responsibilities include:

1. Preparing and managing annual development budgets
2. Analyzing cost assumptions, identifying trends, and providing insights to inform strategy
3. Collaborating with operational, commercial, and finance teams to develop realistic budgets
4. Maintaining system integrity and data accuracy across budgeting platforms
5. Driving process improvements and best practices in budgeting and financial reporting

What we’re looking for:

We seek a candidate who is not only technically skilled but also an effective communicator with the confidence to challenge and the ability to simplify complex data. You should enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and continuously seek improvements.

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification (or QBE with relevant budgeting experience)
• Proven experience in preparing complex budgets and supporting financial planning
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems such as Power BI, Qube, or Adaptive Insights is a plus
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• A curious mindset, high attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

If you're a finance professional eager to take on a pivotal role, contribute to strategic decision-making, and collaborate across teams, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

You must be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restrictions.

Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all applicants. If you do not hear within five days, please assume your application was unsuccessful.