Finance Analyst

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Halifax; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team in the manufacturing sector. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 10% annual bonus and flexible working hours. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a methodical approach to financial data. With opportunities for career progression in a growing business, this position is perfect for an ambitious individual looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

10% Annual Bonus

£600 Attendance Bonus

34 Days Holiday

Flexible Working Hours

Company Pension 4.25% match

Free Parking

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a financial analytical role.
• Highly numerate with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implementing cost-accounting procedures and preparing cost reports.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring compliance.
• Assisting with quarterly SOX testing.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Cost Accounting

Problem Solving

Numeracy

Accounting

Education

AAT or equivalent qualification

Job description

Finance Analyst - £34-42,950 + 10% Annual Bonus + 34 Days Holiday + 35 hour working week (flexible hours) + £600 Attendance Bonus + Career Progression in Growing Business!

The Company

We are working with a market leader who are experiencing significant growth. They have some exciting future growth plans and are looking to add a Finance Analyst to their team.

You will be joining a international team of experienced industry professionals to work within a leading business in the manufacturing industry. The company can provide a realistic career growth path for the right individual.

The Role

Working within the finance function, the Finance Analyst will supports the organization's accounting activities, including financial record keeping and reporting. You will assist in maintaining records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards. Creating reports on financial performance for internal and external use. Completing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities

Key Responsibilities

• Determines and implements cost-accounting procedures and methods.
• Preparing and analyzing cost reports and costing audits.
• Examining and reviewing unusual cost records and ensuring cost data is allocated correctly.
• Reviewing and updating standard costs on a regular basis, setting up standard costs for new products.
• Performing accounting for price variances and overhead recovery on a regular basis.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring compliance with corporate policies
• Assisting with quarterly SOX testing
• Assisting with the ABC costing model and year end standards update

What We Are Looking For

The Finance Analyst will be an ambitious individual who will ideally have gained exposure to a similar role in a professional capacity.

Ideally you will be/have:

• Previous experience within a financially analytical role.
• Highly numerate with excellent problem solving & computer skills.
• Methodical approach to detailed information with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Accounting experience
• Previous experience of working within the manufacturing sector would be beneficial but not essential.
• A relevant accountancy qualification (AAT etc) would also be beneficial but not essential.

What is On Offer

The Finance Analyst will receive a competitive salary of £34-42,950. In addition, you will joining a growing business with career opportunities and benefit from:

• 10% annual bonus
• £600 annual attendance bonus
• 34 days annual leave
• 35 Hour Working Week (with flexible hours)
• Company Pension 4.25% match
• Free parking
• Career progression in a growing business!