Finance Analyst

Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK seeks a Finance Analyst for their Commercial Finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and a passion for data analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making through financial insights. This entry-level position offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holiday

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life assurance and income protection insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data interpretation and manipulation.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in teams.
• Commercial mindset with an eye for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large and complex data sets to deliver actionable insights.
• Support monthly and quarterly reporting cycles and ad hoc analysis.
• Collaborate on projects for continuous improvement in data accuracy.

Skills

Excel

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a numerical or business-related subject

Tools

Alteryx

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We are seeking a proactive and analytical Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Commercial Finance team at Slater & Gordon, one of the UK’s leading legal firms. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong problem-solving skills, a passion for working with data, and a desire to drive commercial insight and process improvement within a complex, fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in supporting financial analysis, interpreting large data sets, and contributing to the development of strategic insights that influence decision-making at senior levels. Key Responsibilities Analyse large and complex data sets to deliver clear, actionable insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholdersSupport monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, as well as ad hoc commercial analysisCollaborate with business teams on cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiativesIdentify opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency and data accuracyPresent analysis outcomes in a clear and engaging manner, tailored for a range of audiences, including senior leadershipUse Alteryx and Excel (including advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups, etc.) to automate and streamline processesContribute to the development of forecasting tools and performance dashboardsBring a commercial mindset to case intake data, highlighting trends, opportunities, and risksSupport with the successful implementation of a new business system Key Skills and Attributes Strong Excel skills essential; experience with Alteryx or other data transformation tools is desirableDemonstrated ability to interpret and manipulate large data sets efficientlyLogical thinker with the ability to simplify complexity and take the most efficient route to a solutionConfident communicator, able to explain technical analysis to non-finance audiencesCommercial acumen, with an eye for process improvement and value creationDesire and ability to learn new tools, methods, and conceptsA positive and proactive attitude, with a willingness to collaborate and contribute to a strong team cultureComfortable working independently while being highly collaborative in team settingsExperience in a finance, data analysis or commercial environment (legal sector not essential) Qualifications Financial qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) not required but would be an advantageDegree in a numerical or business-related subject desirable but not essential if experience is strong What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits25 days annual leave + bank holiday, with the option to purchase 5 additional daysHybrid working arrangements and flexible working culturepension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insuranceA supportive and inclusive team environmentOpportunities for professional development and on-the-job learningExposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-makingInvolvement in projects that drive real business impact

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Law Practice

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