Finance Analyst

Anderson Knight; Ayr; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Knight is looking for a talented Finance Analyst for a key client in the UK. In this dynamic role, you will support comprehensive financial analysis and decision-making within a high-value project, collaborating closely with the Finance Manager. The ideal candidate will be qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS) and possess advanced Excel skills, contributing to financial planning and optimization efforts.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Discounted healthcare

Leading benefits package

Qualifications

• Qualified in ACCA, CIMA, or ICAS.
• Experience in finance/accounting roles preferred.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support and analysis to the project.
• Develop financial plans and forecasts with commercial teams.
• Prepare statutory accounts and support audits.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication

Cost Optimization

Relationship Building

Education

ACCA

CIMA

ICAS

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial Systems

Job description

Anderson Knight are seeking a talented Finance Analyst to join one of our key clients, an established UK business. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you will work closely with the Finance Manager on a large high value project.

You will be exposed to a large amount of ad-hoc work, supporting a broad range of finance requirements across the project. As a Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial support and analysis to the project, driving insight and decision-making to improve profitability and operational performance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Partnering with commercial teams to develop and deliver financial plans and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Journal postings including month end.
• Balance sheet reconciliations.
• Identifying opportunities for cost optimization and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supplier payment reviews.
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders and shareholders across the project, providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision making.
• Preparation of statutory accounts.
• Half year and year end audit support.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS)
• Experience in a finance or accounting roles.
• A strong desire to learn and progress.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Financial system experience.

To succeed in this role you will need excellent communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders and in return is the opportunity to be involved with a company who offer a leading benefits package, including enhanced annual leave, discounted healthcare and many more.

To apply for this excellent opportunity, please forward your CV in complete confidence.