Finance Analyst Specialist

United Parcel Service of America, Inc.; City Of London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in London is seeking a Financial Analyst to enhance financial planning and reporting. The role involves data analysis, reporting, and process improvement, aimed at supporting decision-making. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a relevant degree. Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 with excellent benefits, including remote work options.

Benefits

Annual salary between £35,000 - £40,000

Excellent benefits package

Industry-leading training

Remote work opportunities

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level, or International equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and technical accounting concepts.
• Fluent in English, other languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and historical financial data to identify insights.
• Prepare reports to support month-end close and reporting requirements.
• Create new financial models to improve forecasting performance.
• Coordinate across finance for internal and external audit activities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Expertise with Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics

Part Qualified or studying towards a recognized accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

UPS Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of UPS, provides risk mitigation and Insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes and industries along global supply chains. To support our growing European Region we are seeking a data driven Financial Analyst to continue to improve our financial planning, analysis and reporting in the region. This position interacts with both internal and external customers. Within UPS Capital, the person will work closely with the Europe Management team, Customer Relations, Sales Group and Finance & Accounting colleagues based both in Europe and the US.

What you'll get

• Annual salary between £35,000 - £40,000, subject to experience.
• Excellent benefits package including company pension, discounts at major retailers (e.g. Apple), cinemas and attractions (e.g. Alton Towers, The London Eye) and many more
• Industry-leading training
• Remote work opportunities including the supply of all necessary equipment.

What you'll do

• Reporting to the Europe Finance Manager, you will be: Analysing current and historical financial data to proactively identify insights, create meaningful KPIs and support variance analysis. Interpreting results to improve decision-making and enable corrective actions.
• Preparing reports to support the month end close and the reporting requirements for the Region. Including reconciliations and analysis for statutory and managerial results.
• Creating new financial models to improve forecasting performance. Working with different departments to improve and optimise the business planning process and coordinate deadlines.
• Participating in the implementation of new or improved processes across finance, helping to ensure compliance and adherence.
• Coordination across finance for internal and external audit activities, as well as maintaining the regulatory compliance register.

Your skills and background

• Educated to Degree level, or International equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field - Preferred
• Part Qualified or studying towards a recognised accounting qualification.
• Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of accounting.processes and technical accounting concepts.
• Data-driven and able to take own initiative in developing new measurements and metrics.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for learning: learns subjects thoroughly and in detail; completes work with thoroughness; supplies appropriate details when requested. Strong ability to transform numbers into business actions.
• Performs well under pressure; ability to meet tight & continuous deadlines.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, to an advanced level. Power BI and data modelling skills are an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external business partners.
• Fluent in English, other languages, including German, French and Italian, are an advantage.

Your career at UPS Capital

Great opportunities for discovering your potential in a globally successful company. Teamwork and passion for your job are the basis for a career that you can rely on for the long term. For a future that gets you further than you may have ever expected.

Employee Type

Permanent

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