Senior Finance Analyst (Cost Cap)

Matchtech; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting a Senior Finance Analyst (Cost Cap) for a high-performance motorsport team based near Kidlington. You will lead cost data collection and strengthen governance around cost cap submissions, while partnering with engineering and operations to ensure regulatory compliance and financial discipline.

The role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent and strong ERP/Excel skills, with the opportunity to influence cost controls and monthly reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with post-qualification experience.
• Experience in financial analysis and challenging assumptions.
• Strong ERP and advanced Excel skills.
• Audit experience desirable.
• Understanding cost cap frameworks and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead the collection, validation, and audit of cost data from all departments contributing to cost cap expenditure.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal cost-tracking tools, processes, and controls to ensure accurate and timely financial submissions.
• Prepare and submit all mandatory governing body cost cap documentation, declarations, and end-of-season reports.
• Ensure strong governance, transparency, and readiness for regulatory audits and reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure compliance with cost cap regulations.
• Monitor and analyse team expenditure, identifying risks, trends, and potential cost overruns.
• Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, aligning financial compliance with performance objectives.
• Support monthly reporting processes, identifying discrepancies and investigating key variances related to racing projects.

Skills

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

ERP system

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst (Cost Cap)

Salary - Up to £70,000 + Bonus

Location - Kidlington

Our client is a high-performance motorsport team. Focused on advancing electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance, the team is looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to join their innovative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the collection, validation, and audit of cost data from all departments contributing to cost cap expenditure
• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal cost-tracking tools, processes, and controls to ensure accurate and timely financial submissions
• Prepare and submit all mandatory governing body cost cap documentation, declarations, and end-of-season reports
• Ensure strong governance, transparency, and readiness for regulatory audits and reviews
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure compliance with cost cap regulations
• Monitor and analyse team expenditure, identifying risks, trends, and potential cost overruns
• Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, aligning financial compliance with performance objectives
• Support monthly reporting processes, identifying discrepancies and investigating key variances related to racing projects

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and introduce improvements
• Strong ERP and advanced Excel skills, with the ability to interrogate data and trace transactions
• Audit experience (internal or external) is desirable but not essential
• Understanding of cost cap frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills