Finance Analyst

Pavion; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Company Sick Pay

TELUS LifeWorks wellbeing support

Pavion’s global network of expertise

Significant opportunity to support the

Job summary

Pavion is seeking a Finance Analyst to support the financial management of international projects from the UK. The role reports to the International Finance Ops Controller and is hands-on and analytical, focusing on reporting, billing, labour reporting, WIP reconciliation and month-end activities.

The successful candidate will gain a strong understanding of project finance while contributing to process improvements and ensuring data integrity across multiple reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a finance, accounting or analytical support role.
• Experience with project costing, financial reporting or billing preferred.
• Experience supporting international or multi-site operations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the International Finance Operations Controller with day-to-day finance activities and reporting.
• Review and update estimated project costs monthly using input from regional managers.
• Prepare detailed project cost and billing reports showing financial performance.
• Update and distribute the weekly Install Revenue Tracker accurately and on time.
• Follow up on project cost transfer requests and ensure proper documentation.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across reporting tools.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and streamline reporting.
• Assist with month-end close activities for project cost, revenue and P&L.
• Support automation of recurring reports and continuous improvement within Finance.
• Reconcile WIP reports against contract values and resolve discrepancies.
• Produce weekly labour hour reporting and ensure correct labour cost allocation.

Skills

Finance & accounting

Project costing

Financial reporting

Billing

WIP reconciliation

Labour reporting

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Job description

The Finance Analyst supports the financial management of international projects through accurate reporting, cost analysis and financial administration. Based in the UK and reporting to the International Finance Ops Controller, the role is hands-on and analytical, supporting reporting, billing, labour reporting, Work in Progress (WIP) reconciliation and month-end activities. The successful candidate will gain a strong understanding of project finance while contributing to process improvements and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple reporting tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the International Finance Operations Controller with day-to-day finance activities and reporting
• Review and update estimated project costs on a monthly basis using information provided by regional managers
• Prepare detailed project cost and billing reports, providing visibility into project financial performance
• Update and distribute the weekly Install Revenue Tracker, ensuring reporting is accurate and delivered on time
• Follow up on project cost transfer requests, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely completion and appropriate documentation
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency and integrity of financial data across reporting tools and systems
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and support initiatives to streamline financial reporting
• Assist with month-end close activities, ensuring project cost, revenue and P&L reporting is accurate and complete
• Support the automation of recurring reports and continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance team
• Reconcile Work in Progress (WIP) reports against contract values, investigating and resolving discrepancies where appropriate
• Produce weekly labour hour reporting, ensuring labour costs are allocated correctly and downtime is monitored accurately
• Work collaboratively with Finance and Operations teams across multiple international regions to resolve reporting queries and maintain accurate project financial information.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Previous experience in a finance, accounting or analytical support role
• Experience working with project costing, financial reporting or billing would be advantageous
• Experience supporting international or multi-site operations is desirable.
• Experience in security systems, construction, engineering services, or similar project led industries is an advantage.

This is a hybrid role operating within a multi country remit. A degree of flexibility may be required to support colleagues across different time zones. The role involves regular collaboration within a fast-paced, collaborative setting, working in office 2-3 days a week, supporting leadership (UK based).

What we offer

• Pension
• Company Sick Pay
• Access to TELUS LifeWorks wellbeing support
• Access to Pavion’s global network of expertise, capability and resources
• A significant opportunity to support the international organisation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and make recruitment decisions based on skills, experience, and business needs.