Cost Analyst/Commercial Administrator

GANYMEDE SOLUTIONS LIMITED; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 rail contractor in Birmingham is seeking a finance analyst for their commercial team. The role involves providing accurate financial insights on urban light rail projects and requires strong Excel skills and experience in a project-based finance environment. You'll support budget prep, analyze costs, and manage financial reporting, alongside clear development opportunities within the organization. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Buy additional annual leave scheme

Company pension - 6% employer contribution

Death in Service - 4 x annual salary

Aviva Digital GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flu vaccinations & eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience in project or programme environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exposure to infrastructure or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and presentation of project financial reports.
• Assist with budget and business plan preparation.
• Analyze actual costs vs forecasts across projects.

Skills

Project-based finance experience

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Interest in commercial finance

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Tier 1 Rail Contractor | Midland Metro Alliance (MMA)

Birmingham - Summer Lane (Depot / Office Based)
40 hours | Monday - Friday
Office / site attendance required 5 days per week

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a Tier 1 rail contractor working across the Midland Metro Alliance (MMA), supporting a portfolio of live urban light rail projects across Birmingham.

The role sits within the commercial / finance function, working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager and wider project teams to provide clear, accurate financial insight on project performance.

If you enjoy numbers, analysis and understanding how projects actually perform, and you want a role with exposure, development and progression, this is a strong move.

The Role

You’ll support the commercial and project teams by providing accurate financial data, analysis and reporting, including:

• Supporting the preparation and presentation of project financial reports
• Assisting with budgets and business plan preparation
• Analysing actual costs vs forecasts across projects and programme activity
• Managing the day-to-day financial aspects of contracts
• Supporting change control and financial governance
• Producing regular and ad-hoc financial reports
• Carrying out reconciliations and performance analysis
• Supporting monthly performance reviews with key stakeholders
• Ensuring all commitments align with approved budgets or follow change control
• Helping embed financial awareness across project teams

This is a hands-on analytical role, close to live projects and senior stakeholders.

Who This Suits

This role will suit someone who:

• Has experience in a project-based finance or commercial environment
• Is confident working with data, reports and analysis
• Is strong in Excel and comfortable handling large datasets
• Is detail-focused, organised and deadline-driven
• Has an interest in commercial finance and project performance
• Is looking to grow within a Tier 1 infrastructure environment

Experience & Background

• Degree educated (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• Experience working within a project or programme environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, functions, analysis)
• Exposure to infrastructure, rail, civils or construction
• Experience supporting commercial or finance teams on live projects

Salary: £32,000 per annum

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Buy additional annual leave scheme

Company pension - 6% employer contribution

Death in Service - 4 x annual salary

Aviva Digital GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flu vaccinations & eye care vouchers

Why Join?

Tier 1 rail contractor with long‑term MMA workload

Exposure to high‑profile urban rail projects

Strong commercial leadership and structured environment

Clear development opportunities into commercia