Finance Analyst – Grants and Contracts

We are currently looking for a Finance Analyst - Grants & Contracts to join our Finance Function within the Corporate group.

This is a full-timeopportunity on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU.

Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.

Who are we

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.

The FinanceDivision playsa central rolein enabling the MHRA to deliver its mission to protect and improve public health. As part of the wider Government Finance Function we make sure that public money is spent wisely that our activities are affordable and sustainable and that our decisions are grounded in robust financial insight.

We support the Accounting Officer and Executive Committee in meeting their responsibilities to Parliament and the public including through high-quality financial planningreportingand stewardship.

The function is structured in line with the Government Finance profession model covering strategic finance finance business partnering planning and performance financialoperationsand financial control. Across these areas weare responsible foractivities such as budgeting forecastingagency fee settingmanagement information financial analysis financial accounting and the billing and collection of income due to the Agency. We work closely with colleagues across science regulationenforcementand corporate services to ensure that plans are affordable risks are understood and managed and that we meet HM Treasury and accounting requirements.

Finance at the MHRA is a professional forward-looking function that aims to put finance at the heart of decision-making. We are strengthening our systemsdataand capabilities so that we canprovideclearer insight on costperformanceand value for money and support the Agencyspolicyand investment choices.

Colleagues in the team are part of the cross-government finance community with access to Civil Service learning professional qualifications and a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration.

The Strategic Finance team playsa central rolein supporting organisational decision-making byprovidinghigh-quality financial insightplanningand reporting. It ensures robust oversight of budgetsincomeand expenditure and supports thefinancial managementof key programmes including grant-funded activity. The team works closely with stakeholders across the Agency to ensure financial sustainability and enable delivery of strategic priorities.

Whats the role

This role supports the delivery ofaccurateandtimelyfinancial reporting for grant-funded projects ensuring compliance with internal processes and external funder requirements. It plays a key role in supporting projectfinancial management working closely with stakeholders across finance and project teams. The role offers a strong development opportunity within a complex and high-profile public sector environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Produceaccurateandtimelyfinancial reports for grant-funded projects ensuring compliance with funder requirements and internal standards.

• Support month-end processes including preparation of journalsaccrualsand project-related financial adjustments.

• Provide financial information and analysis to project managers and budget holders supporting effective budget monitoring and decision-making.

• Maintain and manage project financial data within Oracle Fusion (or equivalent) including project setupinvoicingand closure processes.

Who are we looking for

Oursuccessful candidatewill have the following:

• Experience of financial reporting budgetmonitoringor project finance activities.

• Ability to work with stakeholders to provide financial information and resolve queries effectively.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Working towards (or holding) a professional accounting qualification (e.g. AAT ACCA CIMA CIPFA).

• Experienceof using finance systems (e.g. Oracle Fusion) and understanding of core accounting processes.

Person Specification:

Method of assessment:AApplication IInterview

Behaviour Criteria:

• Delivering at Pace (I)

• Working Together (I)

• Communicating and Influencing (I)

Experience Criteria:

• Experience supporting project costing budget monitoring or financial reporting activities with an understanding of how financial information supports project delivery.(A)

• Experience working with stakeholders to provide financial information or resolve queries building effective working relationships across teams.(A)

• Experience contributing to project financial management or project accounting activities with an understanding of grants and contracts funding arrangements Desirable (A)

Technical Criteria:

• Working towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT CIPFA ACCA CIMA or equivalent) or relevant financial experience.(A)

• Experience using Oracle Fusion or a similar finance/ERP system to process or support project finance activities such as journals invoices or project setup.(A)

If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please readour Job Description and Person Specification!

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The selection process:

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.

• Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles.Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.

• Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.

In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of:Experience supporting project costing budgetmonitoringor financial reporting activities with an understanding of how financial information supports project delivery.

Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.

Use of AI in Job Applications

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application however all examples and statements provided must be truthful factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see ourcandidate guidancefor more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.

Closing date:21 April 2026

Shortlisting date: 29 April 2026

Interview date:w/c 11 May 2026

If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questionsplease contact

Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.

Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must completebasic personnel security standard checks.

Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations and in some circumstances routine health surveillance. These roles include:

• Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens

• Maintenance roles particularly those required to work in laboratory settings

• Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required

• Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.

Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.

Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibilityhere.

Individuals appointed on level transfer will retain their existing salary and are responsible for ensuring they fully understand the financial implications of any potential move and the impact (if any) on their terms. If an individual is in any doubt they should seek clarification before accepting a job offer.

Staff joining on promotion will receive up to a 10% increase of their current basic salary or the pay band minimum whichever is the greater.

The individual will not retain any allowances paid by the former department/Agency unless there are special circumstances such as a reserved right to those allowances on transfer.

Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact.

In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:

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