Finance Analyst

officeangels

Guildford

Hybrid

GBP 35.000 - 40.000

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Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

Study support

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Zusammenfassung

Office Angels in Guildford is seeking a Finance Analyst to join a client in manufacturing, reporting to the CFO, and supporting forecasting, budgeting and commercial analysis.

The role offers hybrid working (2 days WFH) and a salary of £35,000–£40,000 with benefits and study support, plus opportunities to develop skills in Power BI, ERP systems and financial modelling.

Qualifikationen

2-3 years of experience in a Finance Analyst or similar role.
Proficiency in producing financial reports and analysing data.
Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and Lookups; financial modelling.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial information clearly; interest in AI tools.

Aufgaben

Analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
Identify trends, variances, and key drivers across revenue, margins and costs.
Produce financial reports and management information packs.
Support month-end reporting and performance analysis.
Assist in budgeting and rolling forecasts; develop forecasting models.
Collaborate with departments to provide financial insight and challenge.

Kenntnisse

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

Ausbildung

Progressing towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Finance Analyst

Location: Guildford - Free parking on-site

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Benefits + study support

Contract Type: Permanent (Full Time)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (9am - 5:30pm with 1-hour lunch) | Hybrid Working Available (2 days WFH)

About Our Client: Our client, with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing, is expanding and is eager to welcome a Finance Analyst who is ready to take their career to the next level. This role is perfect for an individual with 2-3 years of finance experience seeking a dynamic and analytical position within a thriving business.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Finance Analyst will be instrumental in analysing historical financial performance and supporting strategic business planning through effective forecasting, budgeting, and commercial analysis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who loves working with data, identifying trends, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities: Financial Analysis & Reporting

Analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
Identify trends, variances, and key performance drivers across revenue, margins, and operating costs.
Produce insightful financial reports and management information packs.
Support month-end reporting and performance analysis

Forecasting & Budgeting

Assist in preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
Develop forecasting models to support sales, revenue, and profitability projections.
Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast assumptions.
Provide recommendations to improve forecasting accuracy.

Commercial Finance Support

Analyse product, channel, and customer profitability.
Support pricing analysis and margin improvement initiatives.
Evaluate business performance and investment opportunities through financial modelling.
Collaborate across departments to provide financial insight and challenge.

Process Improvement

Enhance reporting processes and data quality.
Aid in developing financial dashboards and KPI reporting.
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline analysis activities.

About You

Our client seeks an ambitious individual who is eager to build on their finance foundation and take ownership of commercially focused responsibilities.

Essential Experience

2-3 years of experience in a Finance Analyst, Assistant Management Accountant, Assistant Financial Analyst, or similar role.
Proficiency in producing financial reports and analysing financial data.
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookups, and financial modelling.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail with the capability to communicate financial information clearly.
A genuine interest in AI tools

Desirable

Progressing towards ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualifications.
Experience with ERP systems and BI tools such as Power BI.
Exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes.
Background working in product-based or manufacturing industries

Personal Attributes

Ambitious and driven for career progression.
Naturally curious and analytical.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, growing environment.
Strong commercial awareness with a positive, proactive, and collaborative approach.

What's on Offer?

Career development within a successful and expanding UK business.
Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
Hybrid working flexibility.
Study support (if applicable).
Pension scheme and employee discounts on products.
A modern office environment with a supportive team culture.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.