Finance Transformation Analyst

BNP Paribas Personal Finance; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Health cash plan

Flexible benefits

Private medical insurance

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

A global banking group is seeking a Finance Transformation Analyst for a 12-month contract in Solihull with a flexible hybrid working model. The role focuses on identifying and optimizing finance systems and processes, leading projects, and enhancing internal controls. Candidates should possess advanced querying and finance experience, alongside relevant skills in project management. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with emphasis on a collaborative and values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in Finance and Accounting areas.
• Internal Controls Experience.
• Able to challenge current procedures and make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects, including project planning.
• Support the design and deployment of UAT and pre-prod tests.
• Implement more efficient accounting controls.
• Document end-to-end data flows within Finance systems.
• Communicate with various stakeholders to ensure project progression.
• Support the Head of Finance Systems as required.

Skills

Advanced Data Querying Skills

Knowledge of Python

Knowledge of Tableau

Knowledge of SQL

Experience in Finance and Accounting

Internal Controls Experience

Project management qualification

Ability to communicate and influence

Job description

Recruitment Partner at BNP Paribas Personal Finance Via The Curve Group

Job Title: Finance Transformation Analyst - FTC (12 months)

Location: Solihull; flexible hybrid working model supporting collaboration with colleagues.

Contract: Full time, 12 Month FTC

About Us: At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we’re part of a global banking group with a simple mission: to provide straightforward consumer finance solutions that help customers make responsible financial decisions. We partner with leading UK retailers and brands to support their customers finance purchases responsibly.

The Role: In line with the Finance transformation and projects schedule, take a leading role in identifying finance systems and processes optimisation opportunities as well as supporting the implementation of the ongoing (and future) strategic Finance projects and initiatives. The role involves reviewing and challenging the existing controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support small to medium-sized process improvement projects, including project planning, stakeholder management and engagement, and change management.
• Proactively support the design and deployment of UAT and pre‑prod tests for Finance strategic projects.
• Support the wider Finance leadership in the review and implementation of more efficient accounting controls in line with Group standards.
• Analyse the end‑to‑end data flows within the designated Finance systems and processes, support with the documentation and the implementation of any missing consistency and completeness controls.
• Communicate effectively with the different stakeholders, including IT, other business units and/or Group to ensure the projects are progressing correctly.
• Support the Head of Finance Systems and Change for the projects and transformation as required.

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced Data Querying Skills, knowledge in systems such as Python, Tableau, SQL.
• Experience in Finance and Accounting areas.
• Internal Controls Experience.
• Able to challenge current procedures and make recommendations.
• Project management qualification or similar is desirable.
• Ability to communicate and influence all levels of management and work with other departments.

Could this be you? Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people who live by our values, who are positive, brave, and own it. Don’t let confidence hold you back. You don’t need to meet every requirement – if you have around 75% of the skills and the right attitude, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive package, contributory pension, and health cash plan.
• Opportunity to buy/sell holiday giving you even more control over your work‑life balance.
• Flexible benefits including private medical insurance and lifestyle discounts.
• A culture that values collaboration, development, and wellbeing.

Apply now to join a team that makes a real impact. Learn more about careers with us: https://www.bnpparibas-pf.co.uk/careers

Your Application Journey:

• Call with our Talent Acquisition team.
• Informal chat with the Hiring Manager.
• Competency‑based interview at our offices in Solihull.

We aim to complete the process within 3‑4 weeks, depending on availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome. Please note that this role may close early once we have enough suitable applicants, so apply soon.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, disability, gender, identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

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