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Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to join our team working flexibly under a hybrid model both in the office and at home. The role can be based in our Welwyn office but we are happy to consider other base locations – London, Cambridge, Kent, Birmingham and Manchester. The role will involve travel to various sites when required.
Key activities
* Will be responsible for monthly project(s) financial results including the identification and production of variance analysis against the relevant forecasts, via detailed understanding of project expenditure, risks and opportunities
* Ensure accounting in line with BYES policies and IFRS standards
* Will be responsible for the production and analysis of key performance indicators based on all business areas
* Notify managers of trends and work with them on options/ways to achieve company targets
* Budgetary control. Support project sites (Project Manager, Operational Excellence, Quantity Surveyors, etc) to keep the project cost model and local risk register up to date
* Review the model (integrity + reconciliation with SAP) and constructively challenge forecast assumptions
* Key participant in project point reviews
* Provide forecasting, leading with input from relevant budget holders, the preparation of budgets forecasts, using a clear and driver-based approach
* Act as a business partner to ensure early identification of risks with successful mitigations
* Conduct finance reviews at project sites to support adherence to company procedures (i.e., stock, goods receipts) and conduct general and financial audits where relevant
* Review and drive the contract for general auditing of financial and non-financial obligations as well as for responding to operational queries
* Produce year end the statutory audit justification as required
Skills & qualification
* CIMA/ACCA part/fully qualified. Degree in relevant field preferred
* Construction/infrastructure background
* Able and willing to travel to site when required
* Financial diligence and attention to detail - Ability to be timely and accurate in the presentation of financial information in a pressured environment
* Excel – Intermediate
* Full Driving license required
We offer an excellent benefits package including:
* Generous holiday allowance
* Private health care
* Flexible working opportunities
* Company share scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Employee assistance programme