Finance Analyst

Get Recruited Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable business in Blackburn is seeking a Finance Analyst / Finance Business Partner / FP&A Analyst to support their strategic growth. Key responsibilities include producing financial reports, conducting KPI analysis, and participating in budget development. The ideal candidate will have a university degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience in a finance role. They should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a confident communication style, making this an excellent opportunity for growth within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Great Benefits

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years+ experience in Finance/Accounts function.
• Experience as Finance Analyst, Finance Business Partner, or FP&A Analyst.
• Full UK Driving Licence required (owning a car not essential).

Responsibilities

• Produce weekly sales reporting across various locations.
• Conduct monthly report reviews and KPI investigations.
• Analysis of costs against budget and variances.
• Support development of forecasts and long-term financial plans.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Communication skills

IT competency

Education

Graduate calibre, Part or Fully Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Tools

BI Systems

Budgeting Systems

Job description

FINANCE ANALYST / FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER / FP&A ANALYST

BLACKBURN

£40,000 to £50,000 + Great Benefits

THE COMPANY:

We're proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and reputable business based in the Blackburn area. As part of their strategic growth plans, they're now seeking to add a further member to the team and recruit a Finance Analyst / Finance Business Partner / FP&A Analyst.

As a Finance Analyst / Finance Business Partner / FP&A Analyst, you'll work closely with the Lead BA who will mentor, develop and enable you to grow into the role that is designed to give deep insights into the business financial performance across the various operational divisions.

In addition to insights, you'll informally produce recommendations to be shared with the Senior Leadership team to enable them to make data driven decisions to enhance profitability and margins.

You'll also support longer-term financial planning initiatives and help shape forward-looking commercial decisions.

THE FINANCE ANALYST / FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER / FP&A ANALYST ROLE:

• Working closely with other Business Analysts and members of the finance team.
• Producing weekly reporting on sales across various locations and wages performance.
• Monthly reporting and investigation of KPI's.
• Monthly review of costs against budget and analysis of variances.
• Development, review and investigation of KPI variances and performance trends.
• Investment appraisal and post investment performance analysis.
• Working with our BI system and Budgeting system to ensure the accuracy of the information.
• Working closely with IT and data teams to improve data accuracy, integrity and reporting effectiveness.
• Undertaking some Finance Business Partnering by working with on-location Division Managers to develop budgets and forecasts.
• Supporting the development of forecasts and longer-term financial plans.
• Attendance at meetings to review business performance.
• Detailed analysis of business performance to identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement.
• Preparation and presentation of financial reports to communicate performance to stakeholders.
• Involvement in ad-hoc projects and financial analysis as required.

THE PERSON:

Essential

• The candidate must be a graduate calibre and ideally Part or Fully Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA). Must have experience in a role such as Finance Analyst, Finance Business Partner, FP&A Analyst, or similar.
• Must have 2 years + experience of previous work history within a transactional Finance / Accounts function.
• An excellent attention to detail is key as well as the ability to identify trends.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Confident, down to earth approach with good communication skills.
• High level of IT competency.
• Self-motivated with initiative and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Full UK Driving Licence (owning a car is not essential).

Desirable

• Experience of using BI and/or Budgeting Systems.
• Experience of Stock or Inventory reporting / forecasting.

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for the Finance Analyst / Finance Business Partner / FP&A Analyst role via the advertisement for immediate consideration.

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