Finance Analyst

Project People; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Analyst in the United Kingdom, offering a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will support month-end processes, conduct variance analyses, and work independently with large datasets. A part-qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) is required, along with strong Excel skills. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of core accounting principles, particularly double-entry bookkeeping.
• Proven experience in month-end financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Performing core month-end tasks such as accruals and prepayments.
• Conducting variance analysis and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing invoicing processes and ensuring accurate financial documentation.
• Handling and analysing large datasets using Excel, ensuring precision.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

High attention to detail

Strong analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Clear communication

Education

Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA)

Job description

• Finance Analyst (Part or Newly Qualified)
• Perm
• Theale Hybrid (3 days per week on site)
• You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship

The Financial Analyst will support the finance team in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, with a particular focus on month-end processes. The role involves working with large volumes of data to ensure financial integrity and support business decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing core month-end tasks such as accruals, prepayments, journal entries, and revenue recognition.
• Conducting variance analysis and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Managing invoicing processes and ensuring accurate financial documentation.
• Working independently to identify and resolve issues, with minimal supervision.
• Handling and analysing large datasets using Excel, ensuring precision and attention to detail.
• Assistance with audit queries
• Assistance with preparation of budgets and forecast
• Supporting financial planning and reporting activities as required.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA).
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles, particularly double-entry bookkeeping.

Experience

• Proven experience in month-end financial processes, including:
  • Accruals and prepayments
  • Journal entries
  • Revenue recognition
  • Variance analysis
  • Invoicing
  • Balance sheet reconciliations

Skills

• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manage and analyse large datasets.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of tasks.

Attributes

• Solutions-driven mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Able to work unsupervised and manage time effectively.
• Clear communicator, capable of presenting financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.

Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.