Project Finance Analyst

About the opportunity:

We are currently looking for a Maternity Cover Finance Project Analyst to join our growing Finance department at our Stonehouse Office.

As an Finance Project Analyst, you will you will report to the Project Controller and assist with project accounting at UKPS. As a projects-based organisation, the Project Accountant role is crucial in monitoring and reporting on contract performance in relation to budgets and maintaining associated project costing records.

In addition, you will collaborate with the Project Controller to suggest and implement process and system enhancements to ensure that the Finance department keeps up with the company's growth.

Ready to energise your career and make your mark in the industry with UK Power Solutions?

Your responsibilities:

The role covers all aspects of job costing as described below, working in conjunction with the other Project Finance Team members.

• Maintenance of job costing records including:

• Creation of new projects on job costing once customers have signed an order acceptance.
• Creation of project budgets
• Maintenance of cost codes and structure
• Supporting project invoicing (contestable sales, non-contestable sales, link boxes, variations)
• Updating cost budgets and forecasts for variations, cost over-runs and design changes.
• Creating and monitoring project invoice control sheets
• Completing contract novation documentation
• Maintenance of contract cost postings including cost transfers and clearing outstanding purchase orders.

• All aspects of reporting on Job Costs:

• Preparation of weekly invoicing KPI’s and highlighting project over runs to the Project Controller
• Supporting Project Managers regarding project cost enquiries

• Working closely with IT on systems improvements to enable improved project reporting.
• Cross training of other team members on aspects of job costing.
• To support the Project Controller in process improvements and other matters that arise from time to time.

About you

• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve common objectives
• Good communication skills
• Desire for achieving strong financial control without constraining the business objectives
• Experience of Access software suite
• Experience of contract cost management
• Previous experience in a project management business
• Studying towards Finance qualification (CIMA/AAT)

We offer good benefits and remuneration packages, but most importantly, an enjoyable and rewarding place to work. We believe in rewarding our people well and there are plenty of career opportunities for the right person. 

In return of your hard work and dedication, we can offer you: 

Core Benefits: 

• 25 Days Holiday plus Statutory Days 
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme (Purchase up to 5 Additional Days) 
• Up to 7% Employer Pension Contribution 

• Life Assurance (x4 Annual Basic Salary) 
• Refer a Friend Incentive  
• Hybrid Working (3 days in the Office, 2 from home) 
• Flexible Start and Finish Time
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company Sick Pay

At Last Mile Infrastructure, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas,  electricity, water and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs).

We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP). We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial and industrial projects.

As a part of the Last Mile Infrastructure Group, one of UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, we own and operate in excess of 300,000 gas and electricity connections serving residential and commercial customers. In total the Group employs over 650 people across the UK.

At UKPS, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to Grow With Us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!

About the opportunity:

We are currently looking for a Maternity Cover Finance Project Analyst (cover up to 12 months) to join our growing Finance department at our Stonehouse Office. 

As an Finance Project Analyst, you will you will report to the Project Controller and assist with project accounting at UKPS. As a projects-based organisation, the Project Accountant role is crucial in monitoring and reporting on contract performance in relation to budgets and maintaining associated project costing records.

In addition, you will collaborate with the Project Controller to suggest and implement process and system enhancements to ensure that the Finance department keeps up with the company's growth.

Ready to energise your career and make your mark in the industry with UK Power Solutions?

Your responsibilities:

The role covers all aspects of job costing as described below, working in conjunction with the other Project Finance Team members.

• Maintenance of job costing records including:

• Creation of new projects on job costing once customers have signed an order acceptance.
• Creation of project budgets
• Maintenance of cost codes and structure
• Supporting project invoicing (contestable sales, non-contestable sales, link boxes, variations)
• Updating cost budgets and forecasts for variations, cost over-runs and design changes.
• Creating and monitoring project invoice control sheets
• Completing contract novation documentation
• Maintenance of contract cost postings including cost transfers and clearing outstanding purchase orders.

• All aspects of reporting on Job Costs:

• Preparation of weekly invoicing KPI’s and highlighting project over runs to the Project Controller
• Supporting Project Managers regarding project cost enquiries

• Working closely with IT on systems improvements to enable improved project reporting.
• Cross training of other team members on aspects of job costing.
• To support the Project Controller in process improvements and other matters that arise from time to time.

About you

• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve common objectives
• Good communication skills
• Desire for achieving strong financial control without constraining the business objectives
• Experience of Access software suite
• Experience of contract cost management
• Previous experience in a project management business
• Studying towards Finance qualification (CIMA/AAT)

We offer good benefits and remuneration packages, but most importantly, an enjoyable and rewarding place to work. We believe in rewarding our people well and there are plenty of career opportunities for the right person. 

In return of your hard work and dedication, we can offer you: 

Core Benefits: 

• 25 Days Holiday plus Statutory Days 
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme (Purchase up to 5 Additional Days) 
• Up to 7% Employer Pension Contribution 

• Life Assurance (x4 Annual Basic Salary) 
• Refer a Friend Incentive  
• Hybrid Working (3 days in the Office, 2 from home) 
• Flexible Start and Finish Time
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company Sick Pay

At Last Mile Infrastructure, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas,  electricity, water and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs).

We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP). We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial and industrial projects.

As a part of the Last Mile Infrastructure Group, one of UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, we own and operate in excess of 300,000 gas and electricity connections serving residential and commercial customers. In total the Group employs over 650 people across the UK.

At UKPS, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to Grow With Us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!