Finance Analyst

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Temporary Data & Reporting Analyst to provide analytical and reporting support during a transition period. This part-time role, based in Leyland, involves creating and maintaining reports and dashboards, and ensuring data confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have advanced Excel skills and experience in data analysis to drive operational insights.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation.
• Strong ability to translate data into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Previous experience with finance data or in a commercial/operational environment desired.

Responsibilities

• Extract, analyse, and validate data for reporting purposes.
• Create and maintain Excel-based reports and dashboards.
• Produce and present reports to support business decision-making.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Dashboard creation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Temporary Data & Reporting Analyst

Location: Hybrid Head Office in Leyland ( hours per week)

Contract Type: Temporary (cover required while permanent recruitment is underway)

Our client, a leading organisation based in Leyland, is seeking a Temporary Data & Reporting Analyst to provide essential analytical and reporting support during a period of transition. This role is part-time ( hours per week), working on a hybrid basis, and will play a key part in supporting financial and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract, analyse, and validate data from various internal systems and databases for reporting purposes.
• Create, update, and maintain Excel-based reports, dashboards, and KPI trackers.
• Use data analysis to link and communicate financial performance with operational performance.
• Produce, present, and explain reports to support business decision-making across financial, commercial, and operational areas.
• Conduct regular sales and inventory analysis, highlighting trends and performance insights.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate and timely financial analysis.
• Assist with standard and actual costing activities to ensure robust cost management.
• Develop and deliver performance dashboards to provide clear visibility of operational and sales KPIs.
• Work closely with finance teams and business stakeholders to understand and meet reporting needs.
• Carry out ad-hoc data analysis to support both strategic planning and day-to-day operations.
• Ensure data confidentiality and compliance with internal governance and GDPR requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and visualisation charts).
• Proven experience working with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation.
• Strong ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience working with finance data or within a commercial/operational environment desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively within a part-time capacity.