Finance Analyst

Harper May Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property and construction company in the Greater London area is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their finance team. The successful candidate will work under the CFO, providing analysis and reporting to guide business decisions. The role requires strong analytical and Excel skills, along with ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, high-growth environment, contributing to strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Financial Analyst in property, construction, or project-based industry.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships across departments to support decision-making.
• Provide commentary and in-depth analysis of monthly reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Commercial mindset

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or finalist)

Job description

Harper May is exclusively partnering with a leading property and construction company currently entering a significant phase of growth. To support this expansion, the business is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Finance Analyst to join its finance team. Working closely with the CFO and senior finance leadership, this role offers strong exposure to both operational and strategic finance.

Role Overview

The Finance Analyst will play a key role in delivering insightful reporting, analysis, and forecasting to support business decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation within a project-driven, high‑growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships across departments to understand financial drivers and support decision‑making
• Provide commentary and in‑depth analysis of monthly reports and performance variances
• Collaborate with the Commercial Finance Manager and Head of FP&A on strategic analysis and ad‑hoc projects
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes across the business
• Deliver accurate month‑end variance analysis and assist in forecasting future performance
• Challenge assumptions and support strategic initiatives with a forward‑looking focus

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or finalist)
• Previous experience as a Financial Analyst, ideally within property, construction, or a project‑based industry
• Excellent analytical and Excel skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insight
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Commercial mindset with a proactive and collaborative approach