Finance Unit Lead Bath, United Kingdom Contractor Competitive Apply By 31 May, 2026

Buro Happold

Bath, United Kingdom
Competitive; discretionary bonus; 25 days holiday ...
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Management accounting experience
Project financial reporting ownership
Budget and quarterly forecasting
** Buro Happold is seeking a Finance Unit Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Bath, UK, to oversee financial performance for their Advisory and Projects Units. The role requires a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience in management or project accounting to engage with senior stakeholders and drive financial insights. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the end-to-end production of management accounts and owning project financial reporting for a diverse portfolio.
  • The successful candidate will partner with senior leaders to drive insight, identify risks, and ensure commercial success across complex projects.
  • Buro Happold offers a supportive hybrid working model, attractive salary, discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits including flexible holiday arrangements.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Buro Happold is seeking a Finance Unit Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Bath, UK, to oversee financial performance for their Advisory and Projects Units. The role requires a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience in management or project accounting to engage with senior stakeholders and drive financial insights. **

Salary

Competitive; Discretionary bonus; 25 days holiday plus pension and benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Management accounting experience
  • Project financial reporting ownership
  • Budget and quarterly forecasting
  • Senior stakeholder partnership
  • Advanced Excel capability

Nice-to-have

  • Engineering or construction background
  • Agresso or Deltek Vantagepoint systems
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Collaborative team environment

Key Requirements

  • Fully qualified CIMA, ACCA, or ACA
  • Experience in management or project accounting
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Work Rights

Not specified

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