Finance Business Intelligence Analyst

Daimler Truck UK; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a Finance Business Intelligence Analyst to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making through data analysis. The role involves streamlining processes with BI tools like Power BI and SQL, data integration from various sources, and developing dashboards for financial metrics. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree and expertise in Excel, and Power BI. This full-time hybrid role requires at least two days a week onsite in Milton Keynes.

Qualifications

• Mandatory university degree is required.
• Expertise in Power BI for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong SQL skills to query and structure financial data.

Responsibilities

• Identify manual processes and design automated workflows using BI tools.
• Consolidate data from multiple sources into reliable datasets.
• Develop and maintain dashboards providing visibility into financial metrics.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling.

Skills

Professional/Advanced Power BI (incl. DAX, Power Query, Power Pivot)

Databases (SQL)

Excel Mastery (Financial modelling and Macros)

Power Automate

Education

University Degree

Job description

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Sitting within our Finance and Controlling team here at Daimler Trucks UK, we have an exciting Data Analyst (Finance) opportunity waiting just for you. Reporting into the Head of Controlling, you will play a pivotal role within the Controlling department by transforming manual, fragmented processes into streamlined, data-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making accuracy. By leveraging advanced data manipulation and visualization techniques, the analyst will consolidate financial and operational data into actionable insights, supporting robust forecasting, planning, and performance analysis. This role is critical in driving automation, improving data integrity, and enabling timely reporting aligned with FP&A objectives, ultimately empowering leadership with the tools needed for strategic and agile financial management.

More about the role

Process Automation & Efficiency Improvement

The analyst will be responsible for identifying manual, repetitive processes within the Controlling function and designing automated workflows using BI tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL, Excel VBA). This includes streamlining data collection, validation, and reporting procedures to reduce cycle times and improve operational efficiency.

Data Integration & Transformation

A key part of the role involves consolidating data from multiple sources (ERP systems, spreadsheets, operational databases) and transforming it into structured, reliable datasets. The analyst will ensure data consistency and readiness for analysis, enabling more accurate financial planning and performance tracking.

Dashboard Development

The analyst will develop and maintain dynamic dashboards and reports that provide clear visibility into key financial and operational metrics. These visualizations will support monthly reviews, variance analysis, and strategic decision-making, ensuring stakeholders have access to timely and actionable insights.

Forecasting & Planning Support

Working closely with FP&A teams, the analyst will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling by providing data-driven inputs and tools. This includes building models that reflect business drivers and trends, helping to improve forecast accuracy and agility in planning cycles.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Insight Generation

The role requires close collaboration with Controlling, Finance, and Operational teams to understand business needs and translate them into analytical solutions. The analyst will act as a bridge between data and decision-makers, proactively identifying opportunities for cost optimization, revenue enhancement, and strategic improvements.

About you

• University Degree Mandatory
• Professional/Advanced Power BI (incl. DAX, Power Query, Power Pivot)
• Databases (SQL) – Ability to query databases and structure financial data efficiently
• Excel Mastery – Financial modelling and Macros (VBA)
• Power Automate

This is a full time hybrid role, where you would be required to work from our head office based in Milton Keynes a minimum of two days a week in the office.

What’s next?

Once you click apply, we’ll take you through to the Daimler Truck careers portal. Here, you’ll need to complete a short application form, attach your current CV. Simple.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Location

Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom