Finance Optimization Specialist: Automation & Insights

archgroup

Manchester

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

14101 Arch Europe Insurance Services Ltd is seeking a Finance Optimisation Analyst to help finance work smarter, faster and more effectively. You will deliver high-quality reporting, automation and process improvements across Workday, Alteryx, DUCO, Sigma and Anaplan, partnering with stakeholders to simplify processes and strengthen data controls.

This is not traditional finance reporting. The ideal candidate enjoys challenging inefficiencies and has experience with the stated systems to

Qualifications

Good understanding of accounting principles (UK GAAP/US GAAP).
Advanced Excel skills and financial reporting experience.
Experience with financial reporting and optimisation systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable and comfortable with changing requirements.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Finance reporting solutions across Workday, Sigma, Alteryx, DUCO and Anaplan, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and controls.
Design, develop and maintain Workday composite reports and discovery boards to deliver accurate and insightful information.
Build and maintain Alteryx workflows to automate Finance processes, transform data and reduce manual effort.
Support development of Anaplan models for planning, forecasting and performance management.
Develop and enhance DUCO reconciliation rules and matching logic to strengthen financial controls.
Identify and implement AI solutions to improve financial reporting, automation, analysis and operational effectiveness.
Partner with Finance and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver practical reporting solutions.
Support system testing, upgrades and change initiatives, ensuring reliability and control.
Promote continuous improvement by simplifying processes and improving data quality.
Maintain the Finance Improvement Tracker and coordinate optimisation initiatives.