Finance Analyst - Central Goverment Contracts - 12 month FTC

BT Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Finance Analyst in Bristol to manage the end-to-end finances of public sector contracts. The role entails preparing monthly reports, forecasts, and providing insights to support decision-making. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and be part-qualified in a recognized accounting qualification, alongside 2-3 years of relevant experience. Join a diverse, innovative team dedicated to delivering high-quality financial insight while promoting a culture of integrity and accountability.

Benefits

Annual on-target bonus 10%

BT Pension scheme with 10% contribution

Life Assurance

Exclusive discounts on broadband packages

50% off EE mobile plans

25 days annual leave

Volunteering days

‘My EV’ electric vehicle salary sacrifice arrangement

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a finance analyst or similar role.
• Strong experience in reporting and forecasting.
• Ability to manage end-to-end finances effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end finances across public sector contracts.
• Prepare accurate monthly reporting and forecasts.
• Partner with contract leads for financial insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Confident communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Part-qualified towards CIMA, ACCA, ACA

Job description

The Finance Analyst plays a critical role in supporting our public sector contracts business, owning end-to-end finances across central government and wider public sector accounts. You'll deliver accurate reporting and forecasting, supporting contract governance, and partnering with contract leads to drive informed commercial decisions and improve financial performance. We foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, dedicated to delivering high-quality financial insight that enables the business to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Own the end-to-end finances across a selection of public sector contracts, including central government accounts.
• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly reporting, forecasts and analysis for your contracts.
• Partner with contract leads and wider functions to provide insight, challenge assumptions and support decision making.
• Present financial performance in month-end reviews and contract governance forums, clearly explaining variances and drivers.
• Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring data integrity and timely completion of all routine finance activities.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Part-qualified (or actively studying towards) a recognised accounting qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA).
• Around 2-3 years' experience in a finance analyst or similar finance role. Strong analytical skills with experience in reporting, forecasting and managing end-to-end finances across contracts or business areas.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build effective relationships and manage stakeholders.

With over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We’ve brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.

We’re a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it’s not just the technology that matters, it’s what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses. We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive. As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.

Benefits

• Annual on-target bonus 10% (personal and company multipliers)
• BT Pension scheme; minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• Life Assurance
• Direct share scheme
• Exclusive colleague discounts on our latest and greatest BT broadband packages
• 50% off EE mobile pay monthly or SIM only plans and 50% discount for friends and family on EE SIM only plans
• My Discounts gives colleagues access to unbeatable savings on everyday purchases at hundreds of retailers
• Discounted EE TV including TNT Sport and the NOW Entertainment membership
• Great support for working parents including pay whilst on maternity, adoptive, and paternity leave
• Option to join the Healthcare Cash Plan or other benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships etc.
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service with buy holiday option
• Volunteering days so you can give back to your local community
• Brand new electric vehicle salary sacrifice arrangement, known as ‘My EV’

Core Values

Leading inclusively and Safely: I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity. Owning outcomes: I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation. Looking out: Delivering for the customer I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business. Commercially savvy: I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision‑making. Looking to the future: Growth mindset: I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation. Building for the future: I build diverse future‑ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.