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