Finance Analyst

Euro Car Parts Limited; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Enhanced Annual Leave

Career Growth

Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Healthcare Perks

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff Discounts

Job summary

LKQ is seeking a part-qualified Finance Analyst to join our Financial Accounting team, supporting the delivery of accurate reporting, balance sheet integrity, forecasting, and supplier rebate accounting. This role offers broad exposure to commercial finance, operations, and senior stakeholders across the business.

You’ll work on month-end close, management reporting, variance analysis and financial modelling, with opportunities to improve processes and contribute to finance transformation

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA.
• Experience in financial accounting, management accounting or commercial finance.
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis capability.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close processes and reporting.
• Produce monthly management reporting and variance analysis.
• Analyze performance against budget, forecast and prior year.
• Prepare commentary on key financial movements and balance sheet reviews.
• Support inventory, provisions, rebates and supplier accounting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication to non-finance

Inventory accounting

Rebate accounting

Balance sheet reconciliation

SOX controls

Financial modelling

Education

ACCA / CIMA / ACA (part-qualified)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

Are you a part-qualified finance professional looking for a role that offers genuine variety, commercial exposure, and the opportunity to develop your accounting career?

We’re looking for aFinance Analystto join our Financial Accounting team, supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, forecasting, and supplier rebate accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing data, improving processes, and working closely with stakeholders across the business.

You’ll play a key role in month-end reporting, inventory and provision accounting, rebate management, and financial control, while gaining exposure to senior finance stakeholders and wider commercial teams.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary- We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
• Enhanced Annual Leave- Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
• Exciting Career Growth- Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
• Pension Contributions- We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance for Peace of Mind- Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme- Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
• Exclusive Gym Discounts- Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Perks- Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
• Cycle to Work Scheme- Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
• Retail & Staff Discounts- Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.

Key Responsibilities

As Finance Analyst, you’ll work closely with the Financial Accounting Manager and partner with teams acrossCommercial, Supply Chain, Marketing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the month-end close process

Producing monthly management reporting and variance analysis

Analysing actual performance against budget, forecast, and prior year

Preparing commentary on key financial movements

Assisting with balance sheet reviews and financial reporting activities

Inventory & provision accounting

Calculating monthly provisions for aged returns and credits

Maintaining excess and obsolete stock provisions

Investigating inventory movements and accounting adjustments

Supporting warehouse accounting and stock reconciliation activities

Assisting with auction, disposal, and inventory-related financial analysis

Preparing monthly rebate accruals and supplier recovery calculations

Maintaining rebate schedules and supporting documentation

Investigating rebate shortfalls and supplier discrepancies

Reviewing supplier credits and ensuring accurate accounting treatment

Partnering with procurement and operational teams to resolve issues

Supporting forecast and budget preparation

Preparing financial models and analysis

Assisting with risk and opportunity reporting

Contributing to management presentations and planning activities

Preparing balance sheet reconciliations

Supporting SOX and internal control compliance

Investigating accounting anomalies

Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting

Supporting automation and finance transformation initiatives

Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and a proactive approach.

Part-qualifiedACCA, CIMA, or ACA

Experience in financial accounting, management accounting, or commercial finance

Strong Excel skills, includingPivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and data analysis

Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders

Inventory accounting experience

Rebate accounting experience

SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics experience

SOX controls and balance sheet reconciliation knowledge

Power Query, Power BI, or other reporting tool experience

Why Work for LKQ

Study supportto help you complete your professional qualification

Exposure to commercial finance, operations, and senior stakeholders

Opportunities to contribute to process improvement and finance transformation

A collaborative and supportive finance team environment

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your technical accounting skills while gaining valuable commercial finance experience, we’d love to hear from you.