Finance Analyst - HE organisation

Page Personnel; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the higher education sector is seeking a Finance Analyst in Bath. This role offers the chance to contribute to financial transparency and operational efficiency while working in a picturesque environment with a supportive team. The successful candidate will leverage their analytical skills and proficiency in financial software to ensure compliance and drive improvements within the financial reporting process.

Benefits

Market leading pension

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

On-site gym and nursery

Opportunities for development and growth

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting and data analysis required.
• Proficiency in financial software, particularly Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, vlookups).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of long-term financial models.
• Oversee monthly and annual reconciliation of income.
• Prepare and analyse financial data for regulatory returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in financial software

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

• Excellent opportunity for a technical accountant with strong Excel skills
• Market leading pension and annual leave allowance, hybrid working & more!

About Our Client

This organisation operates within the higher education sector and is based in Bath. As a medium-sized organisation, it is committed to delivering impactful services and ensuring financial transparency in all its operations.

Job Description

• Assist in the development and upkeep of long-term financial models, contributing to the University's 5-year planning process alongside the Senior Financial Analyst.
• Oversee monthly, mid-year, and annual reconciliation of income, including fees from academic partnerships, ensuring compliance with budgets, accounting standards, and franchise agreements.
• Maintain models tracking pay expenditure against budgets, identify and investigate variances, and provide insights to support monthly and long-term staffing and financial reviews.
• Prepare and analyse financial and operational data for regulatory returns and internal reporting, offering clear commentary on trends and year-on-year changes.
• Design and maintain system-generated reports using finance platforms and business intelligence tools to meet internal and external reporting requirements efficiently.
• Partner with systems accountants to refine and update reports, resolve data issues, and improve reporting processes in line with changing business and system needs.
• Keep documentation well-organised with version control, and undertake additional duties as required within the scope of the role.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial software, tools and Microsoft Excel e.g pivot tables, vlookups, sumifs (essential)
• Experience in financial reporting and data analysis.
• An understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £42000 - £47000 dependent on experience.
• 33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A permanent position within a reputable, well-known organisation.
• Excellent access to facilities such as on-site gym, nursery, local amenities.
• A beautiful, picturesque office site, with a hybrid working policy of 2 days in office per week.
• Opportunities to develop and grow within the accounting and finance field.
• An inclusive and supportive work environment in Bath.

If you are passionate about finance and keen to make a difference in the higher education sector, this Finance Analyst role in Bath could be your next career move. Apply today!