Senior Contract Accountant

Compass Group
Join Our Team as a Commercial Finance Analyst – Drive Growth, Maximise Impact!
Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced industry where no two days are the same! Reporting into the Finance Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in managing a diverse portfolio of contracts, negotiating extensions, and driving business success.
We’re looking for an ambitious and commercially savvy individual who is eager to grow while supporting the sector’s strategic objectives. If you thrive in a challenging environment and are passionate about delivering financial excellence, this role is for you!
Salary: £35,500
Birmingham – B45 9PZ – 4 days on-site

• On-going training & development/Study Support
• Aviva DigiCare+ – Employee Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Free meals when on-site
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday Purchase scheme

Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Financial Support

• Act as a trusted Business Partner, working closely with financial and non-financial stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
• Provide proactive financial analysis to support key business decisions and risk management.
• Monitor balance sheet performance, identifying risks and opportunities to enhance financial outcomes.

Performance & Growth

• Conduct weekly forecasting analysis, identifying trends and providing insights to regional managers.
• Support month-end closing, ensuring accuracy and clarity on variances.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Work closely with Regional Managers on contract retentions and renegotiations.
• Leverage EPOS data and dashboards to deliver actionable insights.

People & Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business.
• Work effectively as part of a high-performing finance team.
• Train operational teams to interpret financial reports and enhance their financial performance.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Actively studying finalist within CIMA/ACCA/ACA.
• Strong management accounting experience, including adjustments and commercial reporting.
• Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to business partner non-financial teams to enhance financial understanding.

Desirable Skills

• Ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using SAP and Cognos for reporting and analysis.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic and growing sector with exciting career development opportunities.
• Be a key player in driving financial and operational success.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Enhance your skills and expertise with hands-on exposure to strategic finance operations.

If you’re an ambitious finance professional looking for your next challenge, apply today and be part of a team that makes a real impact!