Job Introduction
Take your finance career to the next level!
We are looking for a Senior Contract Accountant to join our dynamic finance team at Compass Group UK & I. In this role, you will play a key part in driving business performance through effective financial analysis, stakeholder collaboration, and commercial decision-making.
If you are an ambitious finance professional, actively studying towards CIMA, ACCA, or ACA, and looking for a role that offers career progression, impactful work, and great benefits, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Location: Birmingham, B45 9PZ (Onsite 4 days per week)
Salary: £35,300 per annum + Benefits
Benefits:
- Study Support – We invest in your professional development.
- Aviva DigiCare+ – Annual health check, Digital GP, mental health & nutritional consultations, and second medical opinion.
- Exclusive Perks at Work – Premium benefits and well-being platform.
- Free Meals – Enjoy fresh, high-quality meals when on-site.
- Employee Assistance Programme – Mental health and well-being support.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme – Flexibility to buy additional annual leave.
- Ongoing Training & Development – Tailored programs to help you reach your full potential.
What You’ll Be Doing
Commercial & Financial Support
- Business partnering with financial and non-financial stakeholders to drive performance.
- Attending site and client meetings, providing key financial insights.
- Delivering proactive ad-hoc financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.
- Managing financial risks and opportunities within contracts and ongoing business performance.
- Ensuring balance sheet integrity by identifying key risks and opportunities.
Performance & Reporting
- Preparing month-end reports, business reviews, budgets, and cash analysis.
- Training operational teams to interpret and improve their financial performance.
- Conducting monthly balance sheet reviews, escalating key risks and opportunities.
- Driving working capital improvements through timely, accurate billing and debt ledger management.
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting by consolidating reports, analyzing variances, and preparing senior-level presentations.
- Assisting with client tenders, contract negotiations, and capital expenditure appraisals.
- Ensuring smooth contract mobilisations, supporting operational teams with required financial actions.
- Upholding the health and safety of all colleagues and reporting any incidents via approved processes.
Leadership & Relationship Management
- Collaborating effectively within a high-performing finance team.
- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Supporting the development of junior team members and contributing to finance training programs.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Actively studying towards CIMA (Strategic Level), ACCA (Strategic Professional Modules), or ACA.
- Strong experience in management accounting, including accounting adjustments and commercial decision support.
- Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
- Experience in business partnering non-financial professionals, delivering clear financial insights.
Desirable:
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Knowledge of Excel Macros and VBA.
- Experience using SAP and Cognos for financial reporting and analysis.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to be part of a business where your insights drive real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and make a difference with Compass Group UK & I.