Finance Project Manager

Req ID: 514589 Location: Derby Appointment Basis: Permanent Apply by: 07/10/2026 Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 DOE plus excellent benefits At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Your future role As a Finance Project Manager, you will be the main partner for the Financial Strategy success of the project, contributing to negotiation processes to secure project success. You will participate in overall Project Management process jointly with Project Manager and provide financial analysis, advice and guidance to support the project team in making the best business decisions for the project. We'll look to you for:

• Ensure full compliance with financial governance, standards, and reporting requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Monitor and optimise project financial performance, including costs, revenue, margin, cash flow, and working capital
• Deliver accurate forecasting and analysis, enhancing visibility on financials and supporting informed decision-making
• Identify, assess, and manage risks and opportunities, including contingencies, savings, and corrective action plans
• Provide early warning on financial impacts and challenge assumptions to protect project performance
• Contribute to project reviews, profitability assessments, and monthly closing activities with clear and reliable reporting
• Actively support Service project bids and tenders by contributing to contract review, bidding activities, and financial evaluations to enhance competitiveness and drive successful outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement by turning financial data into actionable insights and promoting a strong cash culture  All About You We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
• High level of e xperience or understanding of project financial management and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of financial performance metrics, reporting, analysis, and associated risk and compliance frameworks
• Solid organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
• Excellent knowledge in MS Excel, knowledge of SAP.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with team and stakeholders effectively.
• CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification is highly desirable. Things you'll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:
• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Utilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) 
• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday.
• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. Equal opportunity statement: