Finance Analyst - Projects

Investigo Limited; Havant; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading force in the maritime industry seeks a Project Finance Analyst to join their finance team. The role involves financial management of high-value projects, focusing on cost control, forecasting, and reporting. Ideal candidates will be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified, skilled in financial analysis, and passionate about data, ready to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualified finance professional.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Experience in project finance or business partnering roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage project cost control, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Develop financial controls and procedures across projects.
• Prepare monthly financial updates for senior leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Data passion

Problem-solving

Education

CIMA

ACCA

ACA

Job description

Project Finance Analyst - Join a Leading Force in the Maritime Industry

We're a rapidly growing Maritime business at the forefront of innovation and expansion. With a dynamic portfolio of high-value projects and a strong growth trajectory, we're now looking for a Project Finance Analyst to strengthen our finance team and help steer our success.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified finance professional who thrives on data and is eager to make a real impact. As Project Finance Analyst, you'll play a central role in the financial management of complex projects, partnering closely with operations and leadership to provide insight, challenge, and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project cost control, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting

• Developing and implementing robust financial controls and procedures across projects

• Identifying and managing financial risks and opportunities

• Working with the Programme Management Office to maintain key project documentation, including financial logs, risk registers, and milestone charts

• Supporting with contract pricing and commercial analysis

• Preparing and presenting monthly financial updates to senior leadership, highlighting performance, risks, and key issues

• Delivering ad-hoc financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making

Requirements:

• CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified

• A passion for data, with strong analytical and financial modelling skills

• Experience in project finance, cost management or business partnering roles

• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to engage with stakeholders across all levels

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement