Finance Analyst

Matchtech; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Analyst to support financial operations in Farnborough. The role involves preparing accounts, leading financial planning and maintaining core accounting processes. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years’ management accounting experience and strong analytical skills. A competitive salary, along with benefits such as private healthcare and pension plan, is offered.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Income protection

Pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in management accounting and analysis.
• Very strong accounting knowledge through experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly accounts, reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting and reporting activities.
• Maintain ledgers and core accounting processes.

Skills

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Highly organised with strong multitasking skills

Education

ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

ERP experience (Oracle, SAP or Priority)

Job description

Finance Analyst - Farnborough

We are supporting an organisation in Farnborough in their search for a capable Finance Analyst to join their finance team. This role plays a key part in monthly reporting, financial planning and maintaining robust accounting processes.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly accounts, reconciliations and financial analysis
• Lead financial planning, forecasting and reporting activities
• Maintain ledgers and core accounting processes, including VAT, tax aspects and payroll submissions
• Support annual audit preparation and assist with R&D tax credit documentation
• Improve monthly, quarterly and annual reporting processes
• Ensure financial systems and internal controls remain effective
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis and project support to business and finance leaders

Requirements (Shortened)

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• ACCA qualified or equivalent, or very strong accounting knowledge through experience
• 2-3 years' experience in management accounting and analysis
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Highly organised with strong multitasking skills
• ERP experience (Oracle, SAP or Priority) is beneficial

Pre-Employment Screening

BPSS checks will be required, including: right-to-work, identity, basic criminal record check, at least three years' employment history verification and references.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits including private healthcare, life insurance, income protection, pension plan and employee assistance programme.