Commercial Finance Analyst

Marc Daniels; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Marc Daniels is partnering with a fast growing infrastructure business to recruit a Commercial Finance Analyst. The role focuses on project financial performance, reporting accuracy and data integrity, with exposure to operational stakeholders and opportunities for career development in commercial finance.

The successful candidate will support forecasting, budgeting, working capital analysis and month-end processes, while partnering with project teams to translate operational assumptions into

Qualifications

• Part-qualified accountant or actively studying towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification.
• Qualified by experience candidates will also be considered.
• Previous exposure to commercial finance, project accounting, management accounting or FP&A.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work confidently with large volumes of financial data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems and reporting tools would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to reconcile complex financial information.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, inquisitive and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support project financial reporting across a portfolio of projects.
• Update project financial data, including costs, percent complete and milestones.
• Prepare consolidated portfolio reporting for senior finance stakeholders.
• Monitor performance and help identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare project and portfolio working capital analysis and assist cash forecasting.
• Assist budgeting and reforecasting with accurate financial information.
• Support month-end revenue recognition and project accounting processes.
• Resolve data discrepancies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting tools and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactive learning

Forecasting / FP&A exposure

Education

Part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Commercial Finance Analyst

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment is partnering with a fast growing Infrastructure business looking to recruit a Commercial Finance Analyst. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their commercial finance and project accounting expertise within a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project financial performance, maintaining the integrity of financial reporting, and ensuring accurate and timely data is available to support commercial decision-making. This position offers significant exposure to operational stakeholders and provides a strong platform for career development within commercial finance.

Key Responsibilities

Project Financial Reporting & Portfolio Support

• Support the maintenance and administration of project financial reporting across a portfolio of projects.
• Update and review project financial data, including actual costs, percentage completion and key commercial milestones.
• Prepare consolidated portfolio reporting for review by senior finance stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance and support the identification of emerging risks and opportunities.

Working Capital & Cash Flow Support

• Prepare project and portfolio working capital analysis.
• Assist in identifying funding gaps and escalating key issues where required.
• Support weekly cash forecasting processes through the provision of accurate project data.

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Compile project forecasting data, including estimated costs to complete and project outturn positions.
• Support budgeting and reforecasting activities by providing accurate financial information and analysis.
• Assist with translating operational assumptions into financial forecasts.

Monthly Accounting & Reporting

• Act as a key contact for resolving missing financial and operational data required for month-end reporting.
• Support revenue recognition and project accounting processes.
• Perform reconciliations between commercial and statutory financial reporting systems.
• Prepare reporting packs and supporting analysis for monthly performance reviews.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies, escalating issues where appropriate.

Project Lifecycle Support

• Assist with project setup and maintenance within financial and operational systems.
• Support project closure activities, including the review of accrued costs, work in progress and balance sheet positions.
• Ensure financial data remains accurate throughout the project lifecycle.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

• Support project reviews through the preparation of financial analysis and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with operational, commercial and finance teams.
• Promote financial awareness and support stakeholders in understanding project performance and reporting requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Support finance transformation and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the development of reporting tools, dashboards and automation opportunities.
• Contribute ideas to improve financial planning, reporting and data quality.

The Successful Candidate

• Part-qualified accountant or actively studying towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent qualification.
• Qualified by experience candidates will also be considered.
• Previous exposure to commercial finance, project accounting, management accounting or FP&A.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work confidently with large volumes of financial data.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems and reporting tools would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to reconcile complex financial information.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, inquisitive and eager to learn.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional seeking to develop their career within a growing organisation where they can make a genuine impact while gaining broad exposure across project finance, forecasting, reporting and business partnering.