Assistant Finance Manager

Costain Group PLC

Assistant Finance Manager reporting to the Finance Lead, managing accounts payable and cost analysis. Working in a leading edge infrastructure solutions company in the UK.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in financial administration, including cost reconciliation and compliance reviews, while effectively managing stakeholder relationships and presenting data insights. Proficient in utilizing advanced Excel and Power BI for reporting and analysis.

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Financial AdministrationCost ReconciliationCompliance ReviewsAdvanced Excel SkillsMicrosoft Power BI Experience

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Hard Skills

Cost ReallocationFinancial ReportingData AnalysisProblem SolvingFinancial Controls

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEmotional IntelligenceCommunication SkillsReliabilityAgility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Power BIOracle Enterprise One

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Accounting

Industry Keywords

Finance DepartmentStakeholder ManagementYear-End ProcessCost ReportsConfidentiality

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monthly administration, reconciliation, and reallocation of staff costs, cost reallocation journals, purchase card and telephone costs as well as head office recharges and the timely resolution of other staff cost queries.
Processing monthly cost reports for the Finance Manager for SMT reviews.
Discuss and generate a positive approach to change including implementing improved ways of undertaking tasks.
Investigate and respond to queries from the Finance Manager.
Carry out compliance reviews of financial controls, in line with company guidelines, ensuring that all applicable requirements can always be met.
Continuously adapt and improve management reports.
Other ad hoc duties to support the wider company divisions.
Assist with year-end process and analysis as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree level qualification in a relevant field or substantial experience.
Relevant qualification (i.e. Chartered Accounting).
Experience in a finance department.
Strong written, oral and analytical skills with attention to detail and an ethical approach to data including respecting the confidential nature of information.
Advanced understanding of Microsoft, specifically excel.
Self-motivate, reliable and agile individual.
Honest, resilient and competent individual with high emotional intelligence.
Ability to assimilate, understand, analyse and present data.
Ability to solve complex problems under pressure in a calm and rational manager whilst always acting with integrity.
Can develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the business at all levels up to the CEO.
Experience in a similar role.
Experience with Microsoft Power BI.
Experience of working with Oracle Enterprise One.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Energy Costain Group PLC is a UK-based engineering, construction and consultancy company that designs, builds and manages critical infrastructure across sectors including road, rail, integrated transport, water, energy and defence & nuclear. It delivers large-scale infrastructure projects and services — from planning and digital consulting to construction, delivery and long-term operation — often partnering with public utilities and government bodies to improve connectivity and sustainability. The company emphasizes sustainability, safety, and career development while serving institutional and corporate clients. Assistant Finance Manager 🔥 1 hour ago 🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💸 Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Monthly administration, reconciliation, and reallocation of staff costs, cost reallocation journals, purchase card and telephone costs as well as head office recharges and the timely resolution of other staff cost queries.
Processing monthly cost reports for the Finance Manager for SMT reviews.
Discuss and generate a positive approach to change including implementing improved ways of undertaking tasks.
Investigate and respond to queries from the Finance Manager.
Carry out compliance reviews of financial controls, in line with company guidelines, ensuring that all applicable requirements can always be met.
Continuously adapt and improve management reports.
Other ad hoc duties to support the wider company divisions.
Assist with year-end process and analysis as required. 🎯 Requirements
Degree level qualification in a relevant field or substantial experience.
Relevant qualification (i.e. Chartered Accounting).
Experience in a finance department.
Strong written, oral and analytical skills with attention to detail and an ethical approach to data including respecting the confidential nature of information.
Advanced understanding of Microsoft, specifically excel.
Self-motivate, reliable and agile individual.
Honest, resilient and competent individual with high emotional intelligence.
Ability to assimilate, understand, analyse and present data.
Ability to solve complex problems under pressure in a calm and rational manager whilst always acting with integrity.
Can develop and maintain good relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the business at all levels up to the CEO.
Experience in a similar role.
Experience with Microsoft Power BI.
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