Overview

Commercial Finance Analyst role at PA Consulting. The CFA works 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, and supports accurate and timely reporting of weekly and monthly results with variance analysis, reviewing costs budgets, ensuring revenue recognition, maintaining SOX compliance and handling ad-hoc analysis and projects. The team aims to maximise the financial outturn of the firm and drive best commercial practice. The framework is built around board-set KPIs with a real impact in meeting and reporting back to the board. This role offers opportunities to develop commercial finance skills, work with consulting teams managing project commercials, and expand networks within Finance, other BP functions and consulting teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Commercial Finance Manager(s) to 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 to 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: FP %Complete cost budget confirmations, strengthening processes and documentation for Time & Materials writebacks, and producing bespoke Sub-Sector Revenue, SOW & Pipeline reports for revenue forecasting.
• Produce monthly and ad-hoc reporting for specific GTM and Capabilities/Streams; advise the partner group on financial aspects for assignments, bids, proposals, pricing and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and manage ad-hoc queries on GtM and capability financials; develop key reports and keep them up to date.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements; perform expense and cost analysis and investigate out-of-policy or anomalous spend; ensure all financial activities follow process and are SOX compliant.
• Support Project Administrator on project queries and technical accounting questions; prepare IFRS templates throughout the audit cycle.
• Be a finance go-to for all people in the GTM; collaborate across a network of colleagues in different functions; find creative solutions to problems.

Hybrid working

Hybrid working – in the office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. Actual time spent will vary by role or assignment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a UK 2:1 degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent.
• A-level: 3 B grades
• 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/challenging environments
• Strong data analysis/excel skills
• Strong communication skills with Finance and Non-Finance Partners

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, IF formulas, data manipulation)
• Ability to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance personnel at all levels
• Enthusiastic team player
• Knowledge of accounting systems is advantageous
• Ability to respond swiftly to changing demands and manage priorities
• Willingness to improve processes and influence stakeholders

Benefits and Diversity

Life at PA focuses on enriching working lives with growth opportunities and meaningful work. Benefits include health and lifestyle perks, private healthcare, 25 days annual leave (plus half day on Christmas Eve) with option to buy 5 additional days, generous pension, community initiatives, annual bonus, PA share ownership, and tax-efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn). We value equality and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations can be provided during recruitment (recruitmentenquiries@paconsulting.com).

Additional Information

Some UK roles require UK security clearance. All PA employees undergo background checks and Baseline Personnel Security Standard clearance; some roles require higher National Security Vetting with residency requirements (British citizenship or 5 years UK residency). Review UK Government guidance on security vetting if unsure about eligibility.

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We are recruiting in London, England, United Kingdom.