Programme Engineering Manager - CI/BOP Programme (Nuclear)

Imperial Brands; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer-focused organization is looking for an ambitious IT Finance Investment Analyst in Bristol. This role involves supporting the financial performance of the Global IT function, managing a budget exceeding £350 million, and collaborating with project managers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a qualification in accounting, substantial experience in financial analysis, and proficiency in SAP. This unique opportunity promises a platform for professional growth in finance and technology.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (Qualified by Experience may also be considered).
• Substantial experience in accounting, financial analysis or project finance.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly asset capitalisation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT Project Managers to validate forecasts.
• Ensure IT contracts and vendor payments are accounted for.
• Support monthly financial processes and investment reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

SAP proficiency

Advanced Excel functions

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Overview

This role is offered as a 12 month fixed term opportunity Imperial Brands is a global consumer-focused organisation, powered by 25,000 colleagues across the world. We're proud to foster an inclusive and innovative culture - and right now, we're looking for an ambitious and detail-driven IT Finance Investment Analyst to join our Bristol-based team. This is a unique opportunity to support the financial performance of our Global IT function, which oversees a budget of more than £350 million, and help shape the future of technology investment across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial performance of our Global IT organisation, which manages a budget of over £350 million. If you're passionate about finance, technology, and stakeholder collaboration, this role offers the perfect platform to grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with IT Project Managers to challenge and validate forecasts, ensuring they are supported by appropriate documentation and that Purchase Orders are raised in coordination with Procurement.
• Work with Procurement and Finance to ensure IT contracts, licences, and vendor payments are correctly accounted for, in line with Group Accounting Policy.
• Support monthly financial processes by posting cost allocations, recharges, and accruals in SAP, ensuring accurate capture and classification of investment spend as CapEx or OpEx.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of monthly investment reporting, including financial dashboards and variance analysis, to key stakeholders such as IT leadership and project teams.
• Ensure a thorough understanding of project outcomes and timelines to support asset capitalisation and maintain an accurate depreciation forecast.
• Maintain and reconcile the IT Fixed Asset Register, supporting audits and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (Qualified by Experience may also be considered)
• Substantial experience in accounting, financial analysis or project finance, ideally within IT or capital investment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly asset capitalisation and software cost treatment.
• Proficient in SAP and advanced Excel functions (e.g. PivotTables, XLOOKUP); Power BI knowledge is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator, able to work independently across multiple stakeholders and time zones.