Finance Analyst: Business Partner & Insight (Hybrid)

Four Squared; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

On-site in Wigan

Job summary

Four Squared is seeking a Finance Analyst to deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting that informs business decisions in a fast-paced environment.

You will support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis while partnering with operational and commercial teams to drive performance improvements and cost efficiency. The role offers hybrid working with an on-site focus in Wigan.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or studying toward completion of ACCA or CIMA.
• Previous experience in a Finance Analyst, Commercial Analyst, Assistant Management Accountant or similar role.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex information.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Commercially aware with a natural curiosity for understanding what drives business performance.
• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce weekly and monthly financial reports, ensuring accurate and timely performance reporting.
• Support the budgeting, forecasting and rolling forecast processes.
• Provide detailed analysis on revenue, margins, operational costs and business performance.
• Deliver insightful variance analysis, identifying key drivers behind performance movements.
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to support planning and decision-making.
• Prepare financial commentary for monthly reporting packs and leadership review meetings.
• Monitor departmental overheads and ensure costs are understood and appropriately controlled.
• Support the management and analysis of operational costs, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and improved performance.
• Develop reporting tools and dashboards to improve visibility and support business understanding.
• Assist with business cases, project analysis and ad-hoc commercial initiatives.
• Challenge assumptions, provide recommendations and help drive a data-led decision-making culture.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Education

ACCA/CIMA part-qualified

Tools

Excel

Job description

Four Squared is seeking a Finance Analyst to deliver meaningful financial analysis and reporting that informs business decisions in a fast-paced environment.

You will support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis while partnering with operational and commercial teams to drive performance improvements and cost efficiency. The role offers hybrid working with an on-site focus in Wigan.