Finance Analyst – 6 Months FTC

Allwyn UK; Watford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Matched pension contributions up to 8.

26 days annual leave + 2 Life Days

Single Private Health Cover

Job summary

Allwyn UK is seeking a Finance Analyst and Business Partner to work across multiple workstreams, supporting senior leaders with data-driven decisions to maximise returns to Good Causes.

You will build relationships with Finance and Regulatory teams, support month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, and deliver management packs. Strong Excel, SAP/SAC, and BI skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with relevant professional designation (ACCA/CIMA/ACA).
• Strong numerical ability with capacity to model and interpret large data sets.
• Excellent communication skills capable of translating complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with Finance, Regulatory and budget-holders and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Support month-end close, monthly/quarterly reporting, budgeting and forecasts.
• Act as a SME and business partner with rolling forecasts and cost-driver analysis.
• Deliver outputs including management reporting and director packs.
• Collaborate with Commercial Finance and broader Finance functions to drive project progress.
• Assist with ad-hoc queries.

Skills

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified

Numerate & data analysis

Stakeholder management

Excel advanced (Lookups, Pivots, DataV

SAP

SAC

BI tools

Communication skills

Independent & proactive

Education

Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Tools

SAP

SAC

Power BI

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our vision to change lives every day, and our mission to grow The National Lottery responsibly and champion its impact.

We are Allwyn UK, part of the Allwyn Entertainment Group – a multi-national lottery operator with a market-leading presence across the USA (Michigan and Illinois) and Europe, including Czech Republic, Austria, Greece, Cyprus and Italy.

While the main contribution of The National Lottery to society is through the funds to good causes, at Allwyn we put our purpose and values at the heart of everything we do. Join us as we embark on a once-in-a-lifetime, large-scale transformation journey by creating a National Lottery that delivers more money to good causes.

We’ll talk a bit more about us further down the page, but for now – let’s talk about the role and who we’re looking for…

A bit about the role

We are looking for an experienced Finance Analyst and Business Partner to work across multiple workstreams and support senior leaders across the wider business, making data-driven decision making to maximise returns to Good Causes.

What you’ll be doing

• To build strong relationships across main stakeholder groups, in particular within Finance and Regulatory teams as well as business partner with the wider Finance function budget holders, providing insightful analysis and presentations to effectively communicate with stakeholders.

• Support key financial processes including month-end close, monthly and quarterly reporting, the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasts.

• Subject matter expert and business partner for the finance function, maintaining a rolling forecast and detailed understanding of cost drivers, risks and opportunities.

• Delivery of key outputs including quarterly Performance Standards Reporting for the Gambling Commission, monthly management reporting for key metrics such as Good Causes and monthly budget holder and director packs.

• Support Budgeting and Forecasting processes with detailed analysis and presentations to facilitate business decisions.

• Collaborate closely with the entire Commercial Finance and wider Finance function leaning into relevant teams to most effectively drive projects forward.

• Assist with ad-hoc queries.

What experience we’re looking for

• Delivery of high-quality outputs to deadline, with analysis that supports confident decision-making and adds clear value to strategic and regulatory priorities.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA).

• Highly numerate with the ability to analyse, model and interpret data, including large data sets.

• Strong interpersonal skills and able to articulate financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

• Commercial awareness and ability to apply this to decision making and recommendations.

• Experience with SAP and SAC preferred.

• Experience in a similar Commercial Finance role preferred.

• Advanced MS Excel skills (Lookups, Pivots, Data Visualisation) and data manipulation.

• Experience with BI tools an advantage.

• Self-starter with a keen attention to detail and independent thinking, ability to work collaboratively, working constructively with colleagues to solve problems.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to distil complexity, present clear recommendations and maintain high standards in fast‑paced environments.

• Credibility and presence to work effectively with senior leaders, challenge constructively where appropriate, and influence outcomes through insight‑led analysis.

• Proactive and driven, with the confidence to highlight risks and opportunities early, work independently at pace, and tailor messaging upwards to senior line management where needed.

• Comfortable working with ambiguity, using judgement to structure problems, define a practical path forward and keep stakeholders aligned as priorities evolve.

About us

At Allwyn, we are dedicated to changing lives and growing the National Lottery responsibly, championing its positive impact on people, places, and the planet.

• Innovation – We pride ourselves on it! We’re constantly looking for new ways to excite our customers, bringing new products to market to enjoy, which is all supported by our responsible play values and making them accessible to all.

• Giving back – Did you know that playing the lottery generates around £30m a week for charities and good causes in the UK? Our aim is to double this number by the end of the first 10-year license.

• Sustainability – Our aim is to become a net zero national lottery. We have 2030 targets to decarbonise our operations and energy. We’ve already transitioned to renewable energy providers, made our London and Watford offices zero gas, and ensured our fleet consists of low‑emission vehicles. In addition, we’re working with our value chain partners to develop a net zero target date.

• Empowering every voice – We believe in creating a culture where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, has access to opportunities and can thrive for the benefit of good causes. Our diverse teams are working hard to make all parts of The National Lottery inclusive – whether people play a game in a store or online, because when everyone can play, everyone wins.

An inclusive reward offering with wellbeing at the centre

At Allwyn, inclusion is built into how we care for our people. Our benefits and policies support colleagues and their families at every stage of life and career. By prioritising wellbeing and belonging, we create a workplace where everyone feels valued, rewarded, and empowered to succeed. Our people are more than colleagues – they’re winners, driving positive change and making a real difference in communities.

Benefits

• Company Bonus Scheme

• Matched pension contributions up to 8.5%

• 26 days annual leave + 2 Life Days (and bank holidays)

• Single Private Health Cover

• Complimentary Private Medical

• Income Protection

• Flexible Benefits – EV Scheme, Money Coach, Will Writing, Mortgage Advice, Dental and Eye Care Schemes.

• Enhanced Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Adoption)

• Wellness Allowance £500

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Discounted Health Assessments

• Volunteering Days

• Matched Funding

We are a Disability Confident Leader which means we have taken proactive steps to ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive for disabled and neurodivergent colleagues and candidates. As part of this we offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential requirements of the job.

If you need any assistance or adjustments to this job description or in the application process, please contact a member of the talent team at [e-mail] and we’ll be happy to help.