Finance Manager – Projects job at Watford Full Time NEW

At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.

You will be working in the Finance enabling Function based in Leavesden (Watford) in where we are responsible for protecting and growing a successful Skanska UK with predictable, profitable and sustainable performance. We partner with the business to deliver excellent financial services, efficient processes and robust governance – ensuring every decision supports our shared future.

We are currently looking for a Finance Manager – Projects who will to act as a strategic business partner to the leadership team of a portfolio of Hard Facilities Management projects.

As the Finance Manager – Projects, you will:

• Timely production of accurate and insightful monthly management accounts in accordance with Skanska internal accounting manual and IFRS accounting policies.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts for Healthcare Facilities Management (FM) projects, analyse performance, explain variances against latest forecast and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Monitor contract KPIs, profitability, cash flow, cost development, and work alongside project teams to drive and optimise financial performance
• Preparation, key support, analysis and coordination of the quarterly forecasting cycle. Support the commercial and operational teams in producing the FM Healthcare reporting pack for submission
• Ensure financial processes are adhered to and to identify/implement improvements in processes, reporting and systems as appropriate

We are looking for:

• ACCA or CIMA qualified.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of management and financial accounting.
• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness and demonstrate ability to improve systems and processes.
• Demonstrates strong commercial awareness.
• Experience managing PFI projects and good PFI contractual understanding is desirable.

What we offer:

• 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
• Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
• Professional development
• Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependants and parental bereavement leave)

Inclusion and Diversity

We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.

Flexible working

Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.

Reasonable adjustments

We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at or call – Option 5 & 1.

Closing date

We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.

If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.