Finance Analyst

Harrow Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrow Council is seeking a finance analyst to support financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and reporting. The role emphasizes improving financial controls, governance and contributing to transformative projects across the organisation.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with proactive problem solving and clear communication to advise non-financial managers and lead on financial planning activities.

Qualifications

• Experience providing financial analysis, support and advice in finance or accounting.
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.
• Experience supporting budgeting, monitoring, forecasting and year-end processes.
• Ability to explain financial information to non-finance managers.
• Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills and professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, grant claims, working papers and audit information.
• Help improve financial controls and governance.
• Contribute to financial planning, system development and process improvements.
• Support transformational projects across the organisation.
• Communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Stakeholder management

Education

AAT qualification

CCAB status or equivalent

Finance experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

understanding of financial performance and ensure compliance with corporate policies, financial regulations and statutory requirements.This varied and rewarding role offers opportunities to contribute to financial planning, system development, process improvement and transformational projects across the organisation. You will prepare reports, grant claims, working papers and audit information, while helping to improve financial controls and governance. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical finance skills with excellent analytical ability, communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving, enabling them to add value across a complex and dynamic local government environment

About You

• Experience providing financial analysis, support and advice within a finance or accounting environment
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify key trends
• Experience supporting budget
  setting, financial monitoring, forecasting and year-end processes
• Ability to explain financial information clearly and confidently to non-finance managers and stakeholders
• Experience of using financial systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to use initiative and professional judgement to resolve financial issues
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to strict deadlines
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement, financial governance and high-quality customer service
• AAT qualification, part-qualified CCAB status (or equivalent), or significant relevant finance experience

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