Financial Analyst

Biffa; Seaham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is transforming the waste management sector! In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the Polymers business by ensuring financial controls are adhered to and aiding in the preparation of management accounts and stock reporting. You'll work closely with operational management to analyze performance trends and identify areas for improvement. With a commitment to diversity and equality, this innovative firm offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a real impact. If you're studying towards ACCA or CIMA and have strong Excel skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Knowledge of management accounts and balance sheet reconciliation preparation.
• Studying towards ACCA or CIMA with available study support.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of weekly and month-end accounts to meet reporting deadlines.
• Support and drive query resolution for any issues that arise.

Skills

Management Accounts Preparation

Balance Sheet Reconciliation

Financial Analysis

Problem-Solving

Trend Analysis

Education

Studying towards ACCA

Studying towards CIMA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

A quick look at the role.

This role will play a large part in supporting the results delivery of the Polymers business. You will work closely with operational management to ensure controls are being adhered to and support the preparation of management accounts, weekly stock reporting and business improvement initiatives.

Your Core Responsibilities

1. Preparation of weekly and month end accounts to meet reporting deadlines.
2. Compile balance sheet reconciliations to ensure adherence to Group policy.
3. Provide finance advice and support to the operating site, working towards understanding and improving their financial driven key performance indicators.
4. Ensure financial controls, processes and disciplines are in place and adhered to.
5. Support and drive query resolution for any issues that arise.
6. Provide support in analysing current and past trends in key performance areas with a view to monitoring performance, highlighting trends and identifying areas of improvement.
7. Assist with preparation of budgets, forecasts and reforecasting.
8. Provide cover for other locations where necessary.

Our Essential Requirements

1. Knowledge of management accounts and balance sheet reconciliation preparation.
2. Studying towards either ACCA or CIMA (study support is available).
3. Strong system skills including advanced Excel and (preferably) Power BI.
4. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be beneficial.

Biffa - we're changing the way people think about waste

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It's a view that's shared by our 11000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

We believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment which is why you'll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.