Finance Analyst (6 month fixed-term)

Cornerstone Healthcare; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Analyst for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves supporting the finance team with accurate financial data and collaborating with operational teams. Ideal candidates are part-qualified in an accounting qualification, have experience with Sage 50, BI tools, and possess strong analytical skills. On-site presence is required as remote work is not offered.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1,000

Recognition and rewards - vouchers and cash bonuses

Access to Blue Light Card - discounts

Pension Scheme

Paid for e-learning training

Paid for company events

Qualifications

• Must be part-qualified in a professional accounting qualification.
• Experience in the healthcare sector is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close and financial reporting.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with teams for financial insights.
• Assist Accounts Payable with invoice processing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with Sage 50

Experience with BI tools

Education

Part-qualified or studying towards ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Tools

Sage 50

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About The Role

Cornerstone Healthcare are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Finance Analyst to join our healthcare organisation on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role supports the finance team in delivering accurate financial data, supporting operational teams, and contributing to process improvements.

What will you be doing?

• Assisting with the month-end close process and preparation of financial reports.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insights and analysis.
• Assist the Accounts Payable function with invoice processing and queries.
• Utilise Sage 50 for data entry and financial reporting tasks.
• Support the use of BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for financial analysis.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving financial processes and reporting.

What do you need?

• Part-qualified or studying towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Experience in the healthcare sector is advantageous but not essential.
• Proficiency in Sage 50, BI tools, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

What hours will you work?

Monday to Friday - 9am until 5pm.

*Please note that this role requires an on-site presence and we are not currently offering hybrid or working from home so you must be within a commutable distance.*

Why work for Cornerstone?

• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1,000
• Recognition and rewards - vouchers, cash bonuses, and long service treats
• Access to the Blue Light Card - over 13,000 discounts
• Pension Scheme
• Paid for e-learning training
• Paid for company events

• And much more!

About Us

Cornerstone Healthcare provide specialist care for vulnerable people who present with challenging behaviours associated with complex neurodegenerative and mental health needs.

Residents who live in our homes primarily have a neurological degenerative condition such as Dementia with an underlying mental health condition which makes them inappropriate candidates for dementia care homes or residential care homes for the elderly.

We currently have 4 services based in Waterlooville, Curdridge, Mytchett and Bristol.