Senior Finance Analyst (Cost Cap)

Senior Finance Analyst (Cost Cap)

Salary - Up to £70,000 + Bonus

Location - Kidlington

Our client is a high-performance motorsport team. Focused on advancing electric vehicle technology, sustainability, and performance, the team is looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to join their innovative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the collection, validation, and audit of cost data from all departments contributing to cost cap expenditure
Develop, maintain, and enhance internal cost-tracking tools, processes, and controls to ensure accurate and timely financial submissions
Prepare and submit all mandatory governing body cost cap documentation, declarations, and end-of-season reports
Ensure strong governance, transparency, and readiness for regulatory audits and reviews
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure compliance with cost cap regulations
Monitor and analyse team expenditure, identifying risks, trends, and potential cost overruns
Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, aligning financial compliance with performance objectives
Support monthly reporting processes, identifying discrepancies and investigating key variances related to racing projects

Requirements

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience
Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and introduce improvements
Strong ERP and advanced Excel skills, with the ability to interrogate data and trace transactions
Audit experience (internal or external) is desirable but not essential
Understanding of cost cap frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements
Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed