Project Controlling Finance Manager

Base location: Reading Hybrid working 2/3 days in the office

Salary: £80,000 - £90,000, £neg dep on experience + performance related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing

Working Pattern: Permanent Full time

What is the role

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We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Controlling Finance Manager to oversee all financial aspects of a major Telecommunications / Rail /construction project. You will be co-responsible with the Technical Project Manager for the successful execution of this projec

t.The successful candidate will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, cost control, reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, project requirements and Network Rai

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​Key Responsibiliti

• es:Lead all commercial project execution activities including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporti
• ng.Develop and manage the in-house financial model. Provide submissions to Network Rail and manage queries through to resoluti
• on.Monitor project costs and ensure alignment with budgetary constrain
• ts.Conduct risk and opportunity management, including claims and variation order handli
• ng.Support contract negotiations and financial aspects of change orders and clai
• ms.Prepare and present regular financial reports to project stakeholde
• rs.Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure financial transparency and accountabili
• ty.Manage cash flow, funding requirements, and financial ri
• sk.Oversee procurement and subcontractor payment process
• es.Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requiremen
• ts.Liaise with auditors, banks, and external consultants as need
• ed.Collaborate with procurement, legal, and technical teams to ensure project succe
• ss.Conduct regular project reviews and variance analysis with stakeholde
• rs.Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting in systems, i.e. Workd

ay.What do I ne

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Qualifications & Experie

• nce:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related fi
• eld.Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CI
• MA).Proven experience in financial management, within construction or infrastructure proje
• cts.Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles, cost control, and financial report
• ing.Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Workday, MS Exc
• el).Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership ski

lls.Desirable Attribu

• tes:Experience with large-scale infrastructure or civil engineering proje
• cts.Knowledge of contract types (e.g., N
• EC).Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadli
• nes.Strong stakeholder management and negotiation ski

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tepsAll applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. Should you need any further assistance please contact careers@neosnetworks