Finance Analyst

Office Angels; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study support

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Modern office

Job summary

Hyra is seeking a Finance Analyst in Guildford with 2-3 years of finance experience. The role reports to the CFO and combines robust financial analysis with commercial insight, supporting forecasting, budgeting and strategic planning in a manufacturing environment.

Working pattern is Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm, hybrid with 2 days WFH. Benefits include study support, pension and employee discounts, and a modern office with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a Finance Analyst or similar role.
• Proficiency in producing financial reports and analysing data.
• Strong Excel skills with Pivot Tables and Lookups.

Responsibilities

• Analyse monthly, quarterly and annual financial results.
• Develop forecasting models for sales, revenue and profitability.
• Assist in budgeting and rolling forecasts.
• Analyse product, channel and customer profitability.
• Improve reporting processes and develop dashboards.

Skills

Pivot Tables

Lookups

Financial modelling

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communicating financial information

Interest in AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

ACCA/CIMA/ACA progression

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

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.

Interested?

For those looking to transition from transactional finance to a role where financial insights influence business decisions, this opportunity offers an exciting pathway. If ready to make a significant impact and be part of a growing organisation, consider this your chance to shine!

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