Finance Analyst

Vistry Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in England is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their team in Newbury. The role involves supporting the finance team with internal and external reporting, financial control, and analysis. Candidates should possess strong analytical and organizational skills, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and have a recognized accountancy qualification. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a salary sacrifice car scheme, private medical insurance, and enhanced leave options.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual bonus

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong academic record.
• Very good understanding of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to communicate technical financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.
• Production of weekly and monthly reports.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Mathematical skills

Time management

Education

Recognized accountancy qualification (i.e. ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Strong GCSE/A levels or equivalent

Tools

COINS (ERP system)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join our team within Vistry North Midlands region, at our Castle Donington office. As our Finance Analyst, you will support the Divisional Finance Team and Regional Finance Director in the provision of internal/external reporting (with a focus on joint venture activities), financial control, and financial/commercial analysis. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

In return, what we would like from you

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Strong academic record
• Strong GCSE/A levels or equivalent
• Recognized accountancy qualification (i.e. ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Very good understanding of Microsoft Office, Outlook and particularly Excel is vital
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Strong mathematical and IT skills
• Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy
• Good understanding of the business
• Ability to explain technical financial information clearly to non-finance people
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Able to communicate to individuals at all levels
• Good team working skills
• Strong time management
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it

Desirable

• Construction/housebuilder industry experience
• Experience using COINS (ERP system)

More about the Finance Analyst role

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.
• Production of weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Production of reports to support monthly forecasts and budget processes.
• Assist in the production and control of overhead budgets.
• Support maintaining a strong financial control environment in the region including maintenance of balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparation and input of journals, prepayments, and accruals.
• Posting of house sale completion statements and journals to COINS (ERP system).
• Monitoring daily bank movements, including actual and 3-month forecast reporting.
• Monitor performance against management plans, ensuring results, trends, and risks are clearly communicated.
• Support the wider operations of the Regional business unit, liaising with Commercial / Development / Sales and Marketing teams to provide financial insight and support alongside the Regional Head of Finance.
• Chasing and reporting of outstanding sundry debtors.
• Raising ad hoc sales invoices and purchase orders; coding invoices for relevant costs.
• Provide general support to the finance team as required.
• Any other finance duties as directed to meet business requirements.

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award‑winning employer means we live each day through our ethos – doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership‑led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five‑star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry.