Senior Analyst - Capex
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We are a leading international public transport company, operating essential bus and rail services across the UK, Ireland, the Nordics, Singapore and Australia. Each year, we enable around one billion journeys, supported by 27,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 7,000 buses. We focus on delivering reliable, accessible services for the communities we serve, and we’re committed to a more sustainable future — including leading the transition to a zero‑emission fleet with a clear plan to reach net zero by 2045.
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Analyst – Capital Expenditure to support our capital investment planning, financial governance and long‑term decision‑making. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for exposure across a large, complex organisation and who enjoys analytical work, collaboration and contributing to high‑impact projects.
Responsibilities
Lead financial oversight of capital projects across the Group
Prepare accurate actual‑vs‑budget reporting with clear variance analysis
Maintain capital dashboards and project performance reporting
Manage the capital budgeting and forecasting process
Consolidate inputs and validate assumptions for capital planning
Support fleet strategy through the review of investment cases
Work with Procurement, Property & Infrastructure, Operations and Senior Leadership
Ensure capital spend is accurately tracked and classified
Support fixed asset and capital accounting activities
Enhance capital reporting tools, financial models and forecasting processes
Qualifications
Newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
Required Skills
Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to interpret operational detail and turn it into financial insight
Highly motivated with strong attention to detail
Proactive, accountable and able to work well with colleagues at all levels
Preferred Skills
Audit, FP&A, financial reporting or commercial finance
Experience using Oracle Fusion
Pay range and compensation package
Benefits include:
Generous holiday entitlement
Travel benefits and discounts
Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
A range of colleague social and engagement activities
Our commitment to you
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all our people feel valued, supported and able to succeed.
All suitably qualified applicants will be considered based on objective criteria and without regard to age, race, religion or belief, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, caregiving responsibilities or any other protected characteristic.
We will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure your application and experience with us is positive. If you require adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.
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- Location:
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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