Finance Manager - Projects

Our client, a global technology business operating across advanced engineering markets, are looking for a Finance Manager
- Projects to join their team based in Southampton on a permanent basis.

This is a key finance role supporting a growing UK business, providing financial leadership across large-scale, long-term projects. The position will work closely with programme management, commercial and operational teams to ensure strong financial and contractual governance, accurate reporting and effective project control.

• Lead financial planning, reporting and analysis activities across the UK project portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with contractual financial terms, reporting requirements, pricing structures and milestones.
• Oversee contract and project accounting, including the recognition and valuation of work in progress (WIP).
• Monitor project financial performance, risks and opportunities, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Work closely with programme managers, commercial teams and operations to ensure accurate forecasting, revenue recognition and cost control.
• Oversee month-end close processes and ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial results.
• Support bids and pricing models to ensure projects remain competitive and commercially viable.
• Drive improvements in financial processes, controls and overall financial discipline.
• Act as a key contact for internal and external auditors on contract-related matters.

• Professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience within aerospace, defence, engineering or another complex project-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of contract accounting and work in progress (WIP) accounting.
• Good knowledge of financial and compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing project financials, forecasting and financial risk.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across different functions and levels.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using financial systems.