Finance Analyst

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves collaborating on annual budget production, approving management accounts, and improving profitability through insightful financial analysis. The company offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement, alongside a competitive salary and attractive benefits. If you are passionate about finance and eager to make an impact in the Transport & Distribution industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a hybrid working model while enjoying a range of perks.

Benefits

Study Support

Free Parking

26 Holidays + Bank Holidays

Enhanced Maternity

Salary Sacrifice for a Car

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Private Health-Care

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification is essential for this role.
• Experience in management accounting within Transport & Distribution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on annual budget production and ensure departmental alignment.
• Review and approve weekly management accounts for accuracy.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Management Accounting

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Education

Professional Accounting Qualification

Tools

Accounting Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Study support to help facilitate progression
• Hybrid working

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation with a global presence. They pride themselves on offering an encouraging work environment, excellent opportunities for career progression and a commitment to providing high-quality services to their customers.

Job Description

• Annual Budget Production:
  • Collaborate with the Business Analyst and operational management on-site to produce the annual budget.
  • Ensure that all departments are aligned with budget targets and objectives.
• Approval of Weekly Management Accounts:
  • Review and approve weekly management accounts.
  • Ensure checks are conducted for accuracy and consistency.
  • Agree on results with the Finance Business Partner to ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Improving Profitability:
  • Work with the Account Director and site teams to challenge Key Performance Indicator (KPI) performance.
  • Identify areas for cost optimization and efficiency improvements to drive profitability within the portfolio.
• Client KPI and Reporting:
  • Produce and maintain client-specific KPIs.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports for monthly and quarterly meetings.
  • Use data to support discussions with clients and internal teams to ensure performance targets are met.
• Finance Performance Reporting:
  • Provide insightful and accurate information to all stakeholders through Finance Performance Reports.
  • Highlight key trends, areas for improvement, and financial health to guide decision-making.
• Invoice Accuracy and Timeliness:
  • Ensure that invoices are raised accurately and in a timely manner to avoid delays in payment and cash flow disruptions.
• Renewals and ICAP Presentations:
  • Participate in contract renewals and ICAP presentations.
  • Support the preparation and review of financial aspects for contract negotiations, ensuring that renewal terms align with financial objectives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

• A professional accounting qualification.
• Experience in management accounting within the Transport & Distribution industry.
• Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 per annum.
• Study support
• Hybrid working- 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home
• Free parking
• 26 holidays + Bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity
• Salary sacrifice for a car
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Private health-care