Description
sap management
cost analysis
cost verification
report production
data extraction
stakeholder management
The Finance Assurance Consultant supports end‑to‑end service delivery on large, complex infrastructure commissions for both private and public sector clients. The role ensures client objectives are met through a value‑added commercial assurance service, delivering timely results and positioning commercial context for impactful business decisions.
- Manage finance systems (SAP), including purchase orders, goods receipt, project creation, budget maintenance, forecasting, vendor management, aged debt reporting, and invoice handling.
- Evaluate cost data against contractual and commercial principles and identify patterns, trends, and risks.
- Perform detailed cost verification, payroll audits, and data sampling.
- Identify process‑improvement opportunities for cost controls and commercial governance.
- Engage with project and finance staff to obtain documentation for cost substantiation.
- Communicate regularly with stakeholders to manage expectations.
- Produce and present close‑out reports and recommendations to clients and their supply chain.
- Lead site engagements nationally and internationally.
- Mentor junior staff and up‑skill stakeholders in cost and commercial assurance.
- Deliver cost and commercial assurance or audit services with proven experience.
- Interpret a wide range of contracts and apply schedule of cost component principles.
- Analyze high‑volume Excel data and operate SAP or other finance systems effectively.
- Extract, interrogate, and assess large data sets to support decision‑making.
- Write strong reports and deliver clear presentations.
Requirements
autonomy
stakeholder management
nec contracts
degree
security clearance
flexibility
Based in a regional UK office such as London, Bristol or Birmingham, you will work with the Commercial Assurance Team across a wide range of sectors. Flexibility is essential – you must adapt to short‑notice client requirements, work remotely when needed, and travel throughout the UK and abroad to ensure successful delivery.
- Work autonomously in fast‑paced environments and adapt to evolving delivery challenges.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and stakeholder‑management skills.
- Desirable: knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, relevant degree, professional memberships, and ability to obtain security clearance.
Benefits
The role offers hybrid work flexibility, allowing you to work from an AECOM office, a remote location, or on‑site with clients. Our culture champions integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a safe, respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.
AECOM provides a comprehensive suite of compensation, benefits and well‑being programs, access to industry‑leading technology, and the opportunity to contribute to sustainable legacies for generations. As an equal‑opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we support the growth and success of every employee.
Training + Development
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