Finance Analyst

Sector:Construction
Job type:Perm
Salary/Rate:£65,000 per annum
Town/City:City of London
County:Greater London
Job ref:617-18 S06
Post Date:26. 01. 2026
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About the Role

Our client is an established property and construction business entering a significant phase of growth. As the project pipeline expands and reporting requirements become more demanding, the finance team is strengthening its analytical capability to support better decision-making across the organisation. They are now seeking a commercially minded Finance Analyst to work closely with senior finance leadership and provide clear insight across both operational and strategic finance.

The Role
Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Analyst will support performance reporting, forecasting, and business planning across the organisation. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with stakeholders outside of finance, understanding the drivers behind performance, and translating data into practical, forward-looking insight within a project-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build strong relationships across departments to understand financial drivers and support decision-making

  • Provide commentary and in-depth analysis of monthly reports and performance variances

  • Collaborate with the Commercial Finance Manager and Head of FP&A on strategic analysis and ad hoc projects

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecasting processes across the business

  • Deliver accurate month-end variance analysis and assist in forecasting future performance

  • Challenge assumptions and support strategic initiatives with a forward-looking focus

Candidate Profile

  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or finalist)

  • Previous experience as a Finance Analyst, ideally within property, construction, or a project-based environment

  • Strong analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insight

  • Confident communicator, comfortable presenting information to stakeholders

  • Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

  • Commercially minded, proactive, and collaborative in approach

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