Project Finance Analyst
Salary - Up to £45,000 depending on experience plus Veolia benefits
Location - Cannock (Hybrid with office working 3 times a week)
Hours - Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are looking for a Financial Modelling Analyst to join our Project Finance Team within Infrastructure Water & Energy (IWE). This role will support the development, building, and optimisation of financial models across the IWE business, working closely with the Project Finance Manager to provide financial modelling expertise for new infrastructure projects and contract renegotiations.
What we can offer you:
25 days of annual leave
Access to our company pension scheme
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat you'll do:
Main duties will include:
Develop, build, and optimise financial models for infrastructure projects across the Northern Europe zone
Perform valuation analysis and assess financial returns of projects, including under IFRS accounting standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Development, Legal, Technical, Finance, and Tax to ensure financial models meet Group KPI metrics
Prepare and update financial models in support of bids and tenders across Veolia IWE business streams, including Energy, Facilities Management, Water Treatment, and Waste Management
Act as the financial lead with the business development and operational teams to deliver accurate and robust bid submissions
Ensure bid submissions include correct and accurate accounting treatment
Undertaking ad hoc project work as required and remaining compliant with all Veolia policies and proceduresThe experience you will need:
Essential:
Intermediate financial modelling skills including sound understanding of finance principles including NPV and cost-based pricing mechanisms
Sound understanding of IFRS and accounting knowledge to the level of a Part Qualified Accountant
Experience of preparing and delivering financial models
Confident communicator with intermediate presentation skills, including ability to present succinctly to stakeholders at all levels including senior leaders
Well organised and self-motivated; able to work accurately to tight deadlines unsupervised
Proactive and forward thinking mindset with excellent attention to detail
Strong problem solving ability and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively across multiple groups and regionsDesirable:
Part Qualified Accountant qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA or ACA)
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
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