Financial PMO Analyst - Networks (9m FTC)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Up to 28 days off plus holidays

Pension plan

Job summary

Vodafone UK’s VodafoneThree Networks team in Newbury hybrid role seeks a budget governance specialist to own end-to-end reporting across Capex and Opex, including forecasting and budget tracking. You will collaborate with Finance, PMO and operations to deliver insightful, accurate financial information for decision makers.

You will drive automation, support annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, and help ensure robust financial plans across the network.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, automation).
• Experience with financial reporting, forecasting or performance analysis in a complex environment.
• Ability to build and maintain reporting tools; Power BI experience is beneficial.
• Confident communicator who can challenge constructively and influence stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Experience working within governance, PMO or structured delivery environments.
• Understanding of financial processes, systems (e.g. SAP or Oracle) or data-driven decision-making.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end financial performance reporting across Networks, including forecasting, budget tracking, variance analysis and reforecasting.
• Deliver Capex and Opex reporting, providing clear insight into performance, risks and opportunities.
• Identify and track financial risks, ensuring alignment to budget and proactively flagging emerging issues.
• Support planning cycles including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and financial reviews.
• Drive insight and value through performance analysis, JBP tracking and synergy monitoring.
• Improve reporting processes through automation and standardisation to reduce manual effort and increase speed of insight.
• Build strong relationships with Finance, PMO and operational teams to provide trusted financial support.
• Contribute to AI-driven and self-serve reporting capabilities to enhance data accessibility and decision-making.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Excel advanced

Financial reporting

Power BI

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Governance/PMO

Financial systems (SAP/Oracle)

Process improvement

Job description

• Full-time
• V3 Requisition Grade: 10

Company Description

Location: Newbury + (*Hybrid Working)
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Mon to Fri
Duration: 12 months secondment

Hybrid
We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don’t require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2–3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Job Description

Join our UK Networks team, where we’re continually building and enhancing our network, connecting millions of people and businesses across the country. Be part of the team that makes it all happen – simplifying, automating, and bringing better connectivity than ever before, with giga-fast speed, to our customers.

You’ll join the Networks Budget Governance team, a central function responsible for the end-to-end financial governance of a multi-billion-pound budget across Capex, Opex and operational processes. This is a high-impact role where your work directly supports how we plan, invest and deliver our network infrastructure.

What you’ll do

• Lead end-to-end financial performance reporting across Networks, including forecasting, budget tracking, variance analysis and reforecasting
• Deliver Capex and Opex reporting, providing clear insight into performance, risks and opportunities
• Identify and track financial risks, ensuring alignment to budget and proactively flagging emerging issues
• Support planning cycles including annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and financial reviews
• Drive insight and value through performance analysis, JBP tracking and synergy monitoring
• Improve reporting processes through automation and standardisation to reduce manual effort and increase speed of insight
• Build strong relationships with Finance, PMO and operational teams to provide trusted financial support
• Contribute to AI-driven and self-serve reporting capabilities to enhance data accessibility and decision-making

Qualifications

Who you are

You bring a strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insights. You’re comfortable working across multiple stakeholders and thrive in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with advanced Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, lookups, automation)
• Experience working with financial reporting, forecasting or performance analysis in a complex environment
• Ability to build and maintain reporting tools (Power BI experience is beneficial)
• Confident communicator who can challenge constructively and influence stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Experience working within governance, PMO or structured delivery environments
• Understanding of financial processes, systems (e.g. SAP or Oracle) or data-driven decision-making
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimisation

Worried that youdon’tmeet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

Additional Information

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please contact your recruiter directly or email [e-mail] for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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