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Development Budgeting Analyst

Salary Competitive + Bonus
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This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in accounting and budgeting, and exceptional analytical skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, working closely with stakeholders to drive financial performance and process improvements?

We are looking for a Development Budgeting Analyst to take ownership of key financial processes, collaborate with stakeholders, provide insightful financial analysis and drive successful business performance.

You will need a strong accounting and budgeting background, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and a keen eye for detail. You will relish problem solving and can offer alternative solutions.

Our ideal candidate will have experience of building strong cross team relationships. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal which will be used to analyse data and deliver clear reports and feedback.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and detail-driven finance professional to take ownership of key financial processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive business performance.

This role is generally home based / remote working with the expectation there may be limited travel to our head office in Bournemouth should the need arise.

We will give you:

Financial:

  • Competitive salary + bonus scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Professional Subscriptions paid for

Lifestyle/Health & Wellbeing:

  • 24 days holiday (rising to 28) plus Bank Holidays.
  • 2 fully paid volunteering days per year (supported by the McCarthy Stone Foundation).
  • Health benefits such as Private Medical Insurance; Remote GP, 24/7 access to EAP Services (including counsellors and legal advisors) and eyecare voucher.
  • Colleagues Benefit Booklet with a range of store offers discounts and promotions.
  • Family Friendly Policies.

The Impact of the Role

As a Development Budgeting Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and efficient budgeting processes. You will take ownership of annual development budgets, provide insightful reporting, and support the business with financial planning and analysis. Your expertise will directly influence decision-making and drive financial transparency across our developments.

You will be responsible for preparing annual Development Budgets and Initial Service Charge Budgets for new developments. You will work closely with Business Partners, Operational Teams, and Finance Departments to ensure budgets are realistic, well-structured, and effectively communicated.

 

What you will do:

  • Annual Development Budgets: Prepare and distribute budgets on time, analyse cost drivers, and provide data-driven insights.
  • Initial Development Budgets: Gather site data, collaborate with teams, and update budget assumptions as needed.
  • Financial Reporting & Systems: Analyse data, enhance financial models, and ensure system accuracy.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Support appropriate Managers, engage with senior leadership, and drive process improvements.

 

Your Attributes

You will have:

  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or QBE with relevant experience in preparing multiple budgets and financial reporting).
  • Proven experience in budgeting, financial planning, and stakeholder management.
  • Strong system skills, including Excel, databases, and reporting tools (experience with Adaptive, Qube, and Power BI is desirable).
  • Excellent problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • A team player with strong interpersonal skills.

At McCarthy Stone, we celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background.

All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date.

McCarthy Stone is officially recognised as a "Great Place to Work" 2024. We currently do not offer sponsorship for any of our positions. 

About Us

As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people.

We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain.

We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list!

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