Finance Analyst, LexisNexis Risk Solutions (Hybrid)

Risk Solution Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Financial Analyst to join their dynamic Finance team. This role is pivotal in managing budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy in financial analyses, and providing insightful reports. If you have a passion for finance and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will directly impact the organization’s financial health. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and a focus on diversity, this role promises a fulfilling career path with numerous benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Health screening and private medical benefits

Wellbeing programme

Contributory pension scheme

Save As You Earn share option scheme

Travel Season ticket loan

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Optional Dental Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to extensive learning and development resources

Qualifications

• Experience in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ability to produce and interpret financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes for the UK direct cost base.
• Conduct monthly reviews of direct UK costs.
• Produce financial reports and collaborate with finance teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Core accounting knowledge

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Initiative and curiosity

Education

CPA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification

Relevant experience in finance

Job description

About the Business:

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management. You can learn more about LexisNexis Risk at the link below, https://risk.lexisnexis.com

About the Team:

Our Finance team is dedicated to working meticulously to ensure accuracy in all our financial analyses and reports. We dive in with curiosity to fully understand variances and provide insightful support. Our commitment to precision and collaboration helps us maintain the financial health of the organization and drive strategic decision-making. If you are passionate about finance and enjoy working in a supportive and dynamic environment, our team would be a great fit for you.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Business Services Finance team, supporting our UK and International business. This role reports to the Finance Manager (UK) and can be based in London or Cardiff. The Financial Analyst will support the UK business's direct cost base and may take on additional revenue responsibilities based on experience. The role involves providing analysis and reporting to the wider International and UKI team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes for the UK direct cost base, ensuring accuracy and clear communication of risks and issues.
• Conduct monthly reviews of direct UK costs.
• Produce and interpret financial reports, collaborating closely with the UK and International Finance team to meet reporting requirements.
• Respond to ad-hoc queries and requests for analysis from finance and the business.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience or qualifications.
• Preferred accountancy qualification (CPA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Core accounting and technical knowledge.
• Independent and motivated to complete tasks with high standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in high-quality output.
• Good with numbers, able to analyse data, identify outliers, and understand underlying issues.
• Shows initiative and curiosity, and seeks continuous improvement.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a flexible, fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills.

Working for you:

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

● Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
● Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
● Wellbeing programme
● Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
● Save As You Earn share option scheme
● Travel Season ticket loan
● Electric Vehicle Scheme
● Optional Dental Insurance
● Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
● Employee Assistance Programme
● Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
● RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
● Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
● Access to extensive learning and development resources
● Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work

At LexisNexis Risk Solutions, having diverse employees with different perspectives is key to creating innovative new products for our global customers. We have 30 diversity employee networks globally and prioritize inclusive leadership and equitable processes as part of our culture. Our aim is for every employee to be the best version of themselves. We would actively welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups.

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