Cost Controlling Analyst

Description

Cost Controlling Analyst

Department: Controlling

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: 34,088.60

Contract: Temp, until end of 2026.

We are looking for a Cost Controlling Analyst to join our team in Milton Keynes. This role plays a key part in driving financial performance through effective budget management, cost control, forecasting and insightful business partnering across the organisation.

You will support senior stakeholders by delivering high-quality financial analysis, improving cost efficiency, and providing actionable insights that support informed decision-making at all levels of the business.

You will provide recommended action plans to budget holders and resource managers, supporting mitigation of financial risks and issues and influencing decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Support the General Manager - Change Controlling and the wider Controlling function in accurate forecasting, budget management and benefit deliveryMonitor and analyse cost centre budgets against the latest HQ forecast, identifying variances and recommending corrective actionsMaintain a strong understanding of overhead and capital expenditure, holding regular review meetings with cost centre managersDrive and track cost optimisation initiatives against agreed targetsDevelop and maintain the monthly total company overheads report using SAP data, ensuring material variances are clearly explainedManage month-end processes to strict deadlines, providing insightful commentary on movementsProcess month-end and year-end journals in SAP, ensuring costs are accurately recorded by project, cost centre, account and periodIdentify and implement process efficiencies, particularly around month-end close and automationPrepare structured presentations and insights to support effective storytelling and decision-makingSupport ad-hoc finance projects, analysis, investigations and IT/Finance system testing as requiredBuild strong working relationships across Finance, Controlling, HQ and the wider business to share best practice

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

Proven experience in finance, controlling or cost management rolesStrong financial analysis, reporting and forecasting experienceAdvanced MS Excel skillsExcellent attention to detail and strong analytical capabilityAbility to manage workload, prioritise effectively and work under pressureConfident communicator, able to challenge and influence stakeholders at all levelsDesirable:

Experience with SAPData visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)Working towards a professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience

About our client:

A leading provider of financial services and mobility solutions, supporting vehicle finance, leasing and related financial products. Our focus is on delivering strong financial performance, innovation and high-quality service within a fast-paced, commercial environment.

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch.

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