Overview

We are seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst (CFA) to work within the Commercial Finance team, supporting the Commercial Finance Managers (CFMs) with business partnering and control of the Business Units. The CFA provides real time support and analysis, ensures accurate and timely reporting of weekly and monthly results with variance analysis, reviews costs budgets, ensures revenue is recognised correctly, and maintains SOX compliance. The team focuses on maximising the financial outturn of the firm and driving best commercial practice, reporting against board-set KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial, operational and strategic support to Go-to-Market (GtM) leads, Partners and Leadership team.
• Complete monthly reporting of Business Unit results, including variance analysis to the GtM Lead.
• Prepare forecasts and budget analyses for Business Units for the GtM Lead and FP&A.
• Support monthly subcontractor revenue and cost accruals by reviewing submissions from business teams for accuracy.
• Support revenue recognition reviews for Month/Quarter ends, including following up on FP %Complete cost budget confirmations and documenting processes for Time & Materials writebacks.
• Produce bespoke Sub-Sector Revenue, SOW & Pipeline reports for revenue forecasting.
• Provide monthly and ad-hoc reporting for specified GTM and Capabilities/Streams.
• Advise the partner group on financial aspects for assignments, bids, proposals, pricing and review of commercial contracts.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and respond to ad-hoc queries on GTM and capability financials.
• Develop and maintain key reports, ensuring they are up to date; support internal & external audit requirements.
• Analyze expenses and costs, investigate out-of-policy or anomaly spend; ensure all financial activities follow process and SOX compliance.
• Support the Project Administrator on project queries and technical accounting questions; prepare IFRS templates during the audit cycle.
• Act as a finance go-to for GTM, collaborating with colleagues across functions and finding creative solutions to problems.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a UK 2:1 degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
• Part/Qualified Accountant or interest in starting Professional Qualification – CIMA, ACCA, ACA.

Experience

• Prior management accounting/financial analysis experience.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders in busy or challenging environments.
• Strong data analysis and Excel skills; strong communication with Finance and Non-Finance Partners.

Skills/Personal Qualities

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data manipulation).
• Effective communication with finance and non-finance personnel at all levels.
• Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach.
• Knowledge of accounting systems is advantageous.
• Ability to respond swiftly to changing business demands; strong prioritisation and time management.
• Willingness to challenge processes and influence stakeholders.

Hybrid working: in-office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week; actual time spent and location may vary by role/assignment.

Additional Information

Life at PA emphasizes growth opportunities, purpose-led meaningful work, and a culture of inclusion and equality. Benefits include health and lifestyle perks, 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with option to buy 5 additional days, generous pension, opportunities to engage with community initiatives, annual bonus, PA share ownership, and tax-efficient benefits. Adjustments or accommodations in recruitment can be requested at recruitmentenquiries@paconsulting.com. Note: UK security clearance may be required for some roles; residency requirements apply.

Equal opportunity statements apply; we welcome applications from underrepresented groups.