Finance Project Manager (Contract)
Location: London (Temple area)
Hybrid: Up to 2 days WFH
Rate: £400-£600 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: 6 months + potential extension
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Finance Project Manager for a 6 month contract, to support delivery of a large internal IT transformation project. This role will act as the key finance lead across the programme, ensuring financial control, visibility, and strategic insight throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all financial elements of the IT programme, including P&L management, balance sheet oversight, accruals, capex tracking, budgeting, and forecasting.
Deliver accurate project accounting, financial models, and cost analysis to support decision-making.
Build robust business cases, evaluate investment options, and track benefits realisation.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and financial efficiencies.
Work closely with cross-functional teams-including IT, operations, procurement, and external partners-to ensure financial alignment and control.
Provide clear and impactful financial presentations to senior stakeholders.
Manage stakeholder expectations and maintain strong communication channels across internal and external parties.
Participate in regular programme meetings, providing challenge, insight, and financial leadership.Skills & Experience
Proven background as a Finance Project Manager, Finance Business Partner, Project Accountant, or similar role within a large or complex organisation.
Strong technical finance skills: P&L, budgeting, forecasting, capex, month-end, balance sheet, accruals.
Experience supporting large-scale projects, ideally involving IT, digital, or systems change.
Excellent stakeholder management skills. Confident engaging with senior leaders, IT teams, and external vendors.
Strong presentation and communication skills; able to influence and challenge constructively.
Highly resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.
Manufacturing industry experience is beneficial but not essential