Overview

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Location: Melbourn, United Kingdom. Employment type: Full-time.

The Commercial Finance Analyst (CFA) works within the Commercial Finance team supporting the Commercial Finance Managers (CFMs) with business partnering, and management and control of the Business Units. The CFA supports the Unit to provide real-time support and analysis, and the CFM in providing accurate and timely reporting of weekly and monthly results with variance analysis, reviewing costs budgets, ensuring revenue is recognised correctly, SOX compliance is maintained and various ad-hoc analysis and projects. The team aims to maximise the financial outturn of the firm and drive best commercial practice, reporting back to the board against board-set KPIs. This role provides an opportunity to develop commercial finance skills and to work with consulting teams managing project commercials, expanding networks within Finance and other functions.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Commercial Finance Manager(s) in providing financial, operational and strategic support to the 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 analysis for the 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: checking FP %Complete cost budget confirmations and strengthening documentation capture for T&M writebacks.
• Produce bespoke Sub-Sector Revenue, SOW & Pipeline reports for revenue forecasting.
• Provide monthly and ad-hoc reporting for specific GTM and Capabilities/Streams.
• Assist the CFM in advising 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 and maintain key reports, ensure they are kept up to date.
• Work with the CFM to complete internal and external audit requirements.
• Perform expense and cost analysis, review and investigate out-of-policy or anomalous spend.
• Ensure all financial activities follow processes 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 the GTM, take responsibility to find creative solutions to problems, and build a network across functions.

Hybrid working: in-office or on client site a minimum of 2 days per week. Time spent may vary by role/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 and Excel skills.
• Strong communication skills with Finance and Non-Finance Partners.

Skills/Personal Qualities

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups, 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 different demands and priorities, with good time management.
• Willingness to improve processes and influence stakeholders.

Additional information

• All PA people are required to undergo background checks and to achieve the Baseline Personnel Security Standard; higher levels may apply for some roles.
• We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
• Adjustments or accommodations in the recruitment process can be requested via recruitmentenquiries@paconsulting.com.

Benefits

• Health and lifestyle perks including private healthcare.
• 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with option to buy 5 additional days.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to engage in community and charity initiatives.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• PA share ownership and tax-efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn).

Security and residency information: Some UK roles require security clearance; ensure you meet residency requirements as described in the UK Government guidance before applying.

Company information

Firm: PA Consulting

Location: Melbourn, United Kingdom