About The CompanyThe Operational Finance Analyst – Growth & Development will provide dedicated financial modelling, analysis and reporting support for Salutem's growth and development programme. Working within the Operational Finance team and closely with the Chief Commercial Officer, the postholder will help assess the financial viability of new services, schools, acquisitions, property developments, extensions, and major refurbishments.The role will build and maintain clear, reliable financial models for project briefs and business cases, bringing together occupancy and referral assumptions, fee income, staffing structures, payroll costs, operating expenditure, capital investment and project timescales. The postholder will support informed investment decisions by testing different scenarios, clearly documenting assumptions and risks, and comparing approved models with actual performance as projects move through mobilization and into operation.About YouAbout The RoleOperational Finance Analyst – Growth & Development Salary: 28,000 – 32,000 | Location: Hybrid / Regional, with attendance at the Windsor office and project locations as required | Contract: Full-time, PermanentAbout the role We're looking for an Operational Finance Analyst to provide dedicated financial modelling, analysis and reporting support for Salutem's growth and development programme. Working within our Operational Finance team, you'll help assess the financial viability of new services, schools, acquisitions and property developments. You'll then track how they perform once they're up and running. It's an ideal role for someone looking to build their career towards management accounting and business partnering.What you'll doBuild and maintain financial models for new services and growth opportunities, covering income, staffing, operating costs and capital investmentPrepare scenario and sensitivity analysis to support business cases and investment decisionsConvert approved models into mobilisation budgets and project trackersMonitor new services' performance against their business cases and explain variancesProvide management accounting support, including accruals, prepayments and reconciliationsWho we're looking forExperience in an accounts, finance assistant or assistant management accountant roleStrong Excel skills, with confidence building structured calculationsA good understanding of profit and loss, accruals, prepayments and cost driversStrong attention to detail and the ability to explain findings to non-finance colleaguesWorking towards, or willing to work towards, AAT, CIMA, ACCA or equivalentDesirableExperience producing financial models or business cases for new services or property projectsExperience with Sage 200, Power BI or Power QueryExperience in social care, education, healthcare or another regulated multi-site environmentOur Core Values: ️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential. ️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes. ️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. ️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. ️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. ️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. ️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities. Why Choose Us? Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support. Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support. Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance. Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities. Still not convinced? Recognised as a Top Employer United Kingdom 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces. Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks. Opening Date: Opening Date: 16 October 2026Closing Date: Closing date: 13 November 2026All LocationsWindsorAll Locations is a required fieldAll DepartmentsShared ServicesAll Departments is a required fieldAdvertising Salary40,000 Per AnnumVacancy TypePermanentDivisionShared ServicesHours Per Week40
Operational Finance Analyst – Growth & Development in London employer: Salutem Shared Services
Salutem Care and Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and ambitious work culture that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With a strong focus on professional development, the Senior Quantity Surveyor role provides opportunities to shape a new commercial function while benefiting from comprehensive support systems, including mental health resources and flexible pay options. Located in Windsor with hybrid working arrangements, this position allows for meaningful contributions to impactful projects within a recognised top employer environment.
