Financial Analyst
£45,000
Permanent, Full-time
Merseyside (Hybrid Working)
Financial Analyst required to join a public sector organisation based in Merseyside on a full-time permanent basis. My client is is looking for an ambitious and highly motivated individual who is an experienced Financial Analyst to join their dynamic and fast-moving finance function.
As the Financial Analyst, you will report to the Finance Manager and produce the analysis to support quarterly forecasting and monthly commentary.
Key responsibilities of the Financial Analyst;
- Produce the analysis to support quarterly forecasting and monthly commentary whilst translating financial data so it can be turned into information that is easily understood
- Perform complex financial analysis to support cost analysis and review.
- Produce financial information to the business to allow them to provide meaningful commentary for cost variances.
- Provide analysis to support the forecasting and annual budgets.
- Support the drive to improve value for money and business effectiveness.
- Support the Finance Business Partner with producing reporting packs which are ad hoc in nature.
- Maintain a strong network of contacts and stakeholders throughout the Group to ensure that the finance team are aware of any changes to services, staffing or growth opportunities.
Required skills and experience of the Financial Analyst;
- Ideally Part Qualified /Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA
- Advanced Excel - Strong demonstratable sector experience in a similar sized organisation
- Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detail
- Positive, proactive and flexible approach
- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
- The ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely to varying levels of colleagues, both written and verbal.
- Good organisation skills and proven ability in prioritising workloads.
- The ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritise work to meet financial deadlines
- Sound knowledge of IT systems and accounting software
- Proven ability to use Microsoft Office, particularly Excel to an advanced level
- Able to demonstrate highly developed attention to detail and able to understand, analyse and summarise complex accounting information.
- A skilled communicator both verbally and in writing to be able to influence and engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Financial Accountant role, please apply now, or contact Lindsay Richey at Sellick Partnership.
We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course.
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