Job Description

The Company

Ambrey, established in 2010, is a global maritime risk management expert and a trusted partner to the shipping, oil and gas, and offshore industries. We provide advanced, innovative, and integrated security and safety services. With a proven track record of monitoring and reducing risks such as terrorism, war, narcotics, migration, and piracy, our solutions are insight-led, data-driven, and human-focused. We deliver enhanced operational support to ensure our clients make the right decisions at the right time.

The Role

The Finance Business Partner - Projects will be responsible for the financial management and reporting of assigned projects, ensuring accurate tracking of costs, budgets, revenues, and forecasts. This role supports project managers and senior stakeholders by providing clear financial insight, helping drive informed decision-making and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role will report to the Group Finance Director.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Monitor actual costs vs. budget, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions. Provide clear reporting on project financial performance, including KPIs, variances, and trend analysis. Present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to senior stakeholders. Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders. Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, governance frameworks, and reporting standards. Ensure all project costs are recorded accurately and in line with accounting standards. Support project stage reviews, ensuring sound financial justification at each milestone. Assist with internal and external audits related to projects. Oversee project invoicing and revenue recognition in line with contractual milestones. Track accounts receivable related to projects and follow up on outstanding payments. Act as a trusted advisor to project managers and senior stakeholders. Influence project decision-making through clear financial insight and challenge. Support reviewing commercial terms and contracts to ensure profitability and risk mitigation. Identify opportunities to improve margins, optimise costs, and increase project value. Champion enhancements to project financial processes, reporting, and tools. Drive adoption of digital solutions and automation to improve efficiency and visibility.

Qualifications and skills

Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred. Previous experience in project accounting, management accounting, or FP&A. Experience working in a project-driven services environment (marine, engineering, construction, IT, professional services, etc.) is highly desirable. Strong financial systems knowledge and ability to work with complex data sets.

Terms and conditions

Salary: Commensurate with experience Annual Leave: 25 days per annum plus public holidays Working hours: 08:30am to 17:30pm Monday to Friday. Hybrid 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Job type: Full time, Permanent Benefits: Private Medical Insurance cover, Referral Bonus, Eye Care, Discount Card, Techscheme, Cyclescheme, Discounted Gym Membership, Wellness & Fitness, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension, Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay. And much more!

Our Vision

For Every Seafarer, Every Vessel, Everywhere.

Our Values - The Ambrey Way

Accountable-

"Safety first" is our promise, it's the Ambrey way and we don't compromise on compliance.

Moral-

We pride ourselves on doing the right thing and delivering on our promises with integrity.

Bold-

We value those who strive to master new things. We never stop learning, improving and pursuing the highest quality.

Reliable-

We always deliver. To us this means being dependable, responsive and agile in everything we do.

Entrepreneurial-

It's our spirit. We innovate, explore, create and elevate. We have fun and celebrate while working hard.

You, Me & Us-

We know teamwork produces the best results for our clients. We are respectful, inclusive, empowering and compassionate.
The for this post will be subject to routine review and revision in order to meet the developmental requirements of the company. The post holder may be required to undertake additional appropriate duties as directed and required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person