Finance Analyst

WR Engineering; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment partner is looking for an experienced Operations Finance Analyst to join the UK Operations team. This pivotal role involves leading cost of sales reporting, providing insights, and collaborating closely with operations leaders to drive data-driven decisions. Candidates should be recently qualified accountants with strong financial analysis skills and excellent Excel proficiency. This position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary of up to 50k.

Benefits

5% discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial analysis, particularly gross margin reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with complex datasets.
• Experience in FMCG, food, or agriculture sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading UK cost of sales reporting, including gross margin and expense analysis.
• Providing detailed monthly insights for Operations and Production teams.
• Supporting budget and forecast processes with crop costing, labour analysis, and energy cost planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Gross margin reporting

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Recently qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

Operations Finance Analyst

Are you a driven finance professional with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for turning numbers into actionable insights? I\'m seeking an Operations Finance Analyst to play a pivotal role in supporting operational decision-making and driving business performance.

In this role, you\'ll be the go-to finance partner for the UK Operations team, providing accurate cost of sales reporting, gross margin analysis, and scenario planning. You\'ll work closely with operations leaders to bring financial clarity and ensure robust, data-driven decisions.

What You\'ll Be Doing:

• Leading UK cost of sales reporting, including gross margin and expense analysis
• Providing detailed monthly insights for Operations and Production teams
• Supporting budget and forecast processes with crop costing, labour analysis, and energy cost planning
• Acting as a trusted business partner, offering scenario planning and profitability analysis
• Owning balance sheet accounts for stock, utilities, and plant purchases
• Collaborating with colleagues in the UK and internationally to standardise reporting and processes

What We\'re Looking For:

• Recently qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in financial analysis, particularly gross margin reporting
• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with complex datasets
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with finance systems (experience with Microsoft Business Central is a plus)
• Experience in FMCG, food, or agriculture sectors preferred
• A collaborative, proactive team player with strong communication skills

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role where your insights directly shape operational strategies. You\'ll be working closely with senior leaders, gaining exposure across finance, operations, and commercial teams.

• Salary to 50k
• Hybrid working
• 5% discretionary bonus
• Private medical insurance and life assurance

WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.