Finance Analyst

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Bletchley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team in Milton Keynes. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll support the Finance Manager by providing insightful analysis and reporting that drives business performance. Your responsibilities will include tracking sales, managing financial transactions, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. If you're proactive and thrive in collaborative settings, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume business environment.
• Strong understanding of financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance Manager with analysis and reporting.
• Manage sales and margin reporting files.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Proactive problem solving

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication

Understanding of accruals and prepayments

Education

Part-qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

Role: Finance Analyst
Location: Milton Keynes
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: 30,000 - 35,000

Are you a detail driven finance professional looking for your next challenge? Our client is on the lookout for a Finance Analyst to join their growing team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where you can make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Finance Analyst, you'll play a key role in supporting the Finance Manager by providing insightful analysis and reporting that drives business performance. You'll be responsible for tracking and reporting on sales, margins, and cost of sales, as well as helping to shape budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements within the retail finance function.

Your day to day will include:

• Posting and reconciling sales and cost of sales transactions
• Managing weekly sales and margin reporting files
• Calculating and posting month end accruals and prepayments
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Supporting teams across the business with finance related queries and analysis
• Providing cover for other teams

What We're Looking For:

You're a proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail. You thrive in a fast moving environment and enjoy collaborating with teams to drive efficiency and performance.

Must Haves:

• Experience working in a high volume business
• Part-qualified Accountant or actively studying (CIMA/ACCA)
• Strong understanding of accruals and prepayments
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently across all levels

Nice to Haves:

• Experience improving financial processes and controls
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of Dynamics 365

If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career and want to be part of a dynamic, ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you!