Finance Analyst

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation in Birmingham is seeking a Finance Analyst to support accounting and finance functions. Key responsibilities include preparing financial reports, budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This role offers a competitive salary, potential for career development, and a collaborative working environment with hybrid options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis and reporting principles.
• Professional qualification or part-qualification in accounting or finance desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to ensure accuracy.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis.

Skills

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

Professional qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Financial software

Job description

The Finance Analyst will play a key role in supporting the accounting and finance functions within a not-for-profit organisation. This position in Birmingham involves analysing financial data and providing insights to aid decision-making.

Client Details

The organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity with a focus on delivering meaningful impact in its sector. Operating as part of a medium-sized team, they are committed to upholding the highest standards within their field.

Description

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and policies.
• Maintain and improve financial reporting systems and processes.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects as required by the accounting and finance team.

Profile

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

• Proven experience in a finance or accounting role.
• A strong understanding of financial analysis and reporting principles.
• Proficiency in financial software and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• A professional qualification or part-qualification in accounting or finance is desirable.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary package of approximately 36000 - 40000 per year.
• An opportunity to work within the not-for-profit sector in a meaningful role.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• A fixed-term contract with the potential for career development.
• A collaborative working environment in Birmingham.
• Hybrid working - 3 days on site

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Analyst to make a difference in the not-for-profit sector. Apply today to take the next step in your career.