Finance Analyst

Michael Page (UK); Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in Blackburn is seeking a Finance Analyst to drive operational metrics and support decision-making through financial analysis and reporting. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to influence operational and commercial results, requiring strong qualifications in financial management and analysis, particularly in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and financial background.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with FP&A Manager to align business unit objectives.
• Provide decision support through financial modeling and reporting.
• Lead financial planning and forecasting for plant operations.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualification

SAP Experience

Strong Excel skills

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified

Tools

SAP

Job description

As Finance Analyst you will be responsible for diving into the key operational metrics of the business and partnering closely with cross-functional teams to drive value added results. This role will suit a candidate who is looking to leverage their financial acumen to influence operational and commercial results.

Client Details

My client is a growing Manufacturing business based in Blackburn. Established over 50 years ago they have gone through a change of ownership in the last couple of years and are now owned by a much large overseas parent company who are committed to continue investing in the business.

Description

• Work with the FP&A Manager to ensure business unit objectives are aligned to the business' strategic objectives.
• Work closely with Operations to provide decision support via financial modelling, business case analysis and financial / management reporting
• Work with Operations Manager/Accounting during month end close activities to ensure expenses are appropriately captured and provide financial and analytical support to FP&A Manager
• Root cause analysis using data to uncover inefficiencies and recommend cost improvement ideas
• Lead the financial planning and forecasting processes for the plant operations unit and annual capital planning for operating unit
• Provide in-depth analysis to FP&A Manager -Analysis on variances to plan and forecast, with a focus toward gap closure

Profile

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent
• Proven ability to influence Operations to drive business success
• Strong financial background including experience with planning, forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis
• Experience in a manufacturing environment would be highly desirable
• SAP experience would be desirable
• Strong Excel skills

Job Offer

A competitive salary, a genuine opportunity to progress and hybrid working (2 or 3 days a week in the office).