Financial Analyst - fully remote

sowelo; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a numbers expert with a passion for construction?

So please, take a few minutes and read about your potential new job.

Our client is a fast-growing, agile international consulting firm headquartered in the United Kingdom. They've been focusing on optimizing processes centricity and technology. One of the many areas they are focusing on is to design and implement next generation activities - reformulating operating models, optimizing processes and installing automation.

If you have a knack for numbers and expertise in financial analysis within the construction industry or related fields like engineering, infrastructure, mining, or building materials, we want to hear from you. In this dynamic role, you’ll take charge of budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial reporting, working closely with senior management to deliver insights that drive smarter decisions and maximize project success.

Your tasks will include:

• Play a key role in shaping project success by creating and tracking budgets and forecasts for construction projects.
• Dive into detailed cost analysis across multiple projects to ensure financial performance stays on track and meets expectations.
• Craft and deliver clear, impactful financial reports and dashboards that keep senior management informed and confident.
• Leverage powerful financial tools like DATEV, Maconomy, Unit4, Tagetik, or similar systems to manage data seamlessly and generate insightful reports.
• Partner closely with project managers, finance teams, and stakeholders to hit financial targets and ensure smart resource allocation.
• Be a crucial part of month-end and quarter-end closes, ensuring every figure is accurate and every report is spot on.

To be a good fit for the Financial Analyst role, you will have:

• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, with at least 1-2 years in the dynamic construction industry or related sectors like engineering, infrastructure, mining, building materials, or environmental services.
• Proficiency in financial software like DATEV, Maconomy, Unit4, Tagetik, or similar ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel knowledge, from handling large datasets to performing complex financial analysis with ease.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis, with a knack for turning numbers into actionable insights.
• Top-notch communication skills, able to break down complex financial data and present it clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, thriving in fast-paced environments while juggling multiple tasks like a pro.

Keys to success:

• A strategic mindset and proactive problem-solving skills to tackle challenges head-on.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills paired with the ability to navigate and manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects effectively.

Reasons to join:

Permanent contract collaboration.

You will be working fully remote in a stable, multinational company located in the UK working with the latest technologies.
You will have the opportunity for self-development while working in a flexible schedule while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.