Finance Analyst

Michael Page; Dudley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page advertises a Finance Analyst role in Dudley for a not-for-profit organisation. You will support budgeting, forecast cycles and monthly management accounts, turning data into actionable insights. The role develops financial models and dashboards to drive performance and strategic decisions.

You will analyse operational and financial data, provide variance commentary, and work with stakeholders to improve financial understanding and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills with detailed analysis capability.
• Experience in FP&A, management accounts or a similar finance role.
• Commercial awareness and ability to communicate insights to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Produce and analyse monthly management accounts and performance reports.
• Develop financial models and dashboards to track business performance.
• Analyse data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and provide commentary to senior management.
• Collaborate with operational teams to improve financial understanding.

Skills

Excel advanced formulas

Pivot tables

Lookups

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Business acumen

Problem solving

Education

CIMA finalist or ACCA/ACA

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

As a Finance Analyst in the not-for-profit sector, based in Dudley, you'll handle financial reporting and analysis to support informed decision-making. Your work will help ensure the organisation's finances run smoothly and contribute to its success.

Client Details

A not-for-profit organisation located in Dudley.

Description

The Finance Analyst will;

• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Produce and analyse monthly management accounts and performance reports.
• Develop financial models and business performance dashboards.
• Analyse operational and financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Assist with variance analysis and provide insightful commentary to stakeholders.
• Work closely with operational teams to improve financial understanding and performance.
• Support strategic planning and business decision-making through robust financial analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and systems.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as required by senior management.

Profile

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

• Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups and financial modelling.
• Experience in a Finance Analyst, FP&A, Management Accounts or similar finance role.
• Commercially aware with strong business acumen.
• Ability to analyse complex financial information and clearly communicate insights.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Nesuite CRP system experience
• CIMA finalist, newly qualified CIMA, or equivalent accounting qualification (ACCA/ACA considered).
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related discipline desirable.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £52,000.
• Permanent opportunity with career development potential.
• Exposure to FP&A and commercial finance activities.
• Opportunity to play a key role in supporting business growth and performance.