Junior Cost Controller — Flexible Finance, Major Projects

HS2 Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

Job summary

HS2 Ltd. is seeking a diligent finance professional in Birmingham to support budgeting, forecasting and cost control on a major infrastructure programme. You will work with commercial, delivery and finance teams to ensure accurate monthly close and robust cost reporting.

The role emphasizes data integrity, rigorous analysis and attention to detail, with some travel to project sites. Strong Excel skills and a willingness to develop cost accounting knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Developing knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Proactive, self-motivated with a finance career focus.
• Some travel to project sites may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supports budgeting and forecasting for the project in collaboration with commercial, delivery and finance teams.
• Ensures accurate validation of costs and data; assists with monthly subcontract liabilities and recording in the accounting system.
• Supports month-end close activities and variance analysis.
• Maintains cost indicators, produces ad hoc cost analysis, and escalates variations to the Cost Controller.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

UK right to work

Travel readiness

Job description

HS2 Ltd. is seeking a diligent finance professional in Birmingham to support budgeting, forecasting and cost control on a major infrastructure programme. You will work with commercial, delivery and finance teams to ensure accurate monthly close and robust cost reporting.

The role emphasizes data integrity, rigorous analysis and attention to detail, with some travel to project sites. Strong Excel skills and a willingness to develop cost accounting knowledge are essential.