Reed Accountancy are working with a globally recognised brand with a rich history spanning over 230 years. Our client is seeking a Finance Analyst to become an integral part of our Operational Finance team. This role is perfect for someone ambitious and ready to take the next step in their finance career, providing financial and analytical support within a fast-paced environment.
Day to Day of the role:
- Manage all Support Office costs including payroll, staff expenses, and operational expenses.
- Produce consolidated P&L packs for all Support Office departments, offering analysis and insight into spend, as well as identifying risks and opportunities.
- Deliver month-end accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and bridging to understand variances to target.
- Produce monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Create forecasts and budgets by departments and cost centre.
- Business partner with stakeholders to review actuals and update forecasts.
- Handle Support Office audit queries efficiently.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Highly numerate with an analytical background and strong attention to detail.
- Advanced Excel skills are essential.
- Part Qualified (finalist of CIMA, ACCA, ACA), or with significant Commercial Finance experience.
- Commercially minded with the ability to quickly understand the business and identify risks & opportunities.
- Confident in articulating analysis outcomes and challenging results when necessary.
- Collaborative team player with a proactive approach and initiative to drive improvement.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working model with flexibility between home and office.
- Early finish at 4pm on Fridays.
- Flexible working hours.
- 24 days holiday plus Birthday off and Bank Holidays, with the option to buy extra days.
- Family-friendly leave policies.
- Company pension scheme.
- Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance.
- Competitive salary with staff discount card for stores and online.
Please get in touch to discuss further.