Analyst

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global business as a Finance Analyst, where you'll leverage your advanced Excel skills to transform complex data into actionable insights. This exciting role involves collaborating with the Director of Tax, streamlining workflows, and enhancing reporting capabilities in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on process improvement and efficiency, you'll play a vital role in supporting financial planning and compliance activities. If you're passionate about data and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a finance analyst with large datasets.
• Strong ability to automate processes and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Transform manual processes into automated workflows using Excel.
• Prepare financial models and tax reports for strategic decision-making.

Skills

Advanced Excel Skills

Data Management & Analysis

Financial Modelling

Process Improvement

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Excel

VBA

Job description

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I am delighted to bring to market an exclusive opportunity to join a leading global business who has a new permanent requirement. Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Analyst to join their team and work directly with the Director of Tax in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This newly created role offers the opportunity to handle large volumes of complex data, leveraging advanced Excel skills and automating processes to drive efficiency.

Salary circa £45k + benefits including free parking and hybrid working.

You will be responsible for supporting the Director of Tax by transforming manual, resource-heavy processes into streamlined, automated workflows using advanced Excel techniques, including macros. This role requires someone with strong technical acumen, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for continuous improvement in financial data processes.


• Data Management & Analysis: Handle large, complex datasets, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting and analysis. Prepare and manipulate data sets for tax-related financial reports.
• Excel Expertise: Utilise advanced Excel functionalities (including formulas, macros, pivot tables, and VBA) to automate processes, streamline workflows, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Collaboration with Director of Tax: Work closely with the Director of Tax to provide timely and accurate financial insights. Support with tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and implement solutions that improve data accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Reporting & Presentation: Prepare financial models, tax reports, and presentations to facilitate strategic decision-making for senior leadership.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Liaise with cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration in delivering tax-related financial analysis and reports.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a finance analyst role, with a solid background in handling large datasets and working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Highly proficient in Excel, including advanced formulas, macros, pivot tables, and VBA. Experience in automating processes and streamlining workflows is essential.
• Strong ability to analyse and transform complex data into actionable insights. Experience in financial modelling and reporting is a plus.
• A track record of identifying inefficiencies in manual processes and successfully implementing automated, data-driven solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders and present data-driven insights.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills:
• Experience with tax-related financial data or working closely with tax departments.
• A background in accounting, finance, or economics.
• Familiarity with other financial tools or ERP systems is a bonus.