Harper May

Finance Analyst

In property and construction, performance is measured project by project.

Strong financial analysis is what protects margin, controls risk, and supports confident investment decisions.

A growing property and construction group with an active development pipeline is seeking a Finance Analyst to strengthen financial reporting and provide clear commercial insight across live projects.

The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Analyst will take ownership of project-level financial analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting.

This is a commercially visible role working closely with operational and senior stakeholders, offering exposure to funding, cash flow planning, and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities



  • Deliver detailed financial analysis across multiple development projects


  • Produce monthly management accounts with robust variance commentary


  • Monitor project budgets, cost movements, and margin performance


  • Support forecasting, scenario modelling, and long-term cash flow planning


  • Analyse WIP, cost-to-complete, and development profitability


  • Partner with operational teams to improve financial visibility and control


  • Support year-end processes and audit preparation


  • Contribute to improving financial models and reporting frameworks


Candidate Profile



  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified


  • Experience within property, construction, or a project-led environment


  • Strong understanding of project accounting, WIP, and development cash cycles


  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability


  • Commercially minded with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders


  • Detail-oriented with the ability to operate in a fast-paced setting



  • Rate: £65,000 per annum
  • Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Accountancy
  • Recruiter: Harper May
  • Tel: 0203 900 1811
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: 617-19 S06
  • Posted: 2026-02-20 15:58:34 -

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