Capital Projects Finance Controller

Capital Projects Finance Controller (Fixed Term Contract 6 months) What We Offer Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance (Family level cover) Up to 3 volunteering days Company contributory pension scheme Life insurance Westfield Health Cash Plan & Rewards Ongoing learning and development opportunities A safe supportive workplace with employee forums to ensure your voice is heard About This Role At AmcoGiffen we deliver complex infrastructure and fabrication projects across the UK. I am responsible for preparing and presenting the capital investment business case for the development of our Fabrication Workshop, a critical component of the AmcoGiffen Strategic Business Plan. Key Accountabilities Lead the capital project appraisal and investment planning process for the workshop. Analyse current financial performance including in‑house vs outsourced fabrication benefits. Design and implement new KPIs (Safety, Efficiency, Finance, Quality) with monthly reporting. Review workshop capacity utilisation and future requirements. Identify and cost maintenance compliance and development needs. Oversee input from quantity surveying and estimating teams to ensure accurate capital cost planning. Present the completed business case to the Senior Management Board in June 2026 for inclusion in the FY27 Business Plan. About You We are seeking a qualified accountant with proven expertise in capital project appraisal and investment planning. You will combine financial rigour with commercial insight to ensure the business case is credible and compelling. Essential Skills & Qualifications Significant experience post‑qualified with a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Senior‑level financial management in an industrial / manufacturing factory environment. Significant post‑qualification experience in manufacturing engineering or fabrication with a clear understanding of how to develop dashboard KPIs for a senior leadership team. Demonstrable and proven experience in capital project planning in an industrial / manufacturing environment. Strong background in management accounts and financial performance reporting. Board‑level presentation skills and experience. Advanced data analytics skills (Excel, Power BI or similar). Experience in business partnering working across functions to influence and challenge. Excellent attention to detail and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong presentation skills, confident in preparing and delivering board‑level reports. Flexible, proactive work ethic with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Passionate about driving operational excellence and contributing to long‑term business success. Why This Role Matters This is not just a finance role – it is a chance to shape the strategic future of our fabrication capability. Your expertise in capital project appraisal and investment planning will directly influence a significant investment decision, ensuring our workshop continues to deliver excellence for our valued clients. Health & Wellbeing We support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. All employees have access to an employee assistance programme providing 24/7 counselling and advice services. Diversity & Inclusion AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are actively committed to improving diversity & inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel valued and respected. The Company We are a reputable engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets, renowned for specialist civil building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance programmes. Our workforce works on sensitive live assets in highly regulated environments, delivering peace of mind to our customers across rail, power, flood defence, aviation and waterways. The above statement is made in line with the UK Equality Act 2010 and is an essential part of our commitment to equality and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr