Financial Analyst

Reed; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Global finance transformation exposure

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Financial Analyst in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, to join our Finance team and drive the global finance transformation through NSPB implementation and ongoing development of planning, budgeting and reporting capabilities. The role supports decision-making across the organization.

You will analyse results and KPIs, prepare management packs and forecasts, and build robust financial models to enable strategic planning and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or related discipline.
• Experience in financial analysis, FP&A, accounting, or corporate finance.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and modelling.
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, modelling, reconciliations, data analysis).
• Experience with NetSuite, NSPB or similar ERP/FP&A tool is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial results, trends, variances and KPIs for monthly reporting and decision-making.
• Prepare financial reports, management packs, forecasts and analytical presentations for senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, forecasts and scenario analyses.
• Evaluate capital expenditures, profitability, and other financial drivers for insights.
• Lead NSPB implementation, configuration and ongoing administration as part of ERP transformation.
• Support ERP migration activities including data mapping, UAT and training.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, IT and external teams to optimise budgeting and planning.
• Identify opportunities to automate and enhance reporting and ERP functionality.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve data governance and reporting capabilities.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Oracle NSPB

Job description

Financial Analyst

• Annual Salary: £50,000 - £65,000
• Location: Hitchin Hertfordshire
• Job Type: Full-time

Join our Finance team in Hitchin as a Financial Analyst, where you will play a central role in our global finance transformation through the implementation and ongoing development of NetSuite Planning and Budgeting (NSPB). This role is crucial in building the planning, forecasting, and reporting capabilities that support informed decision-making across our global organisation.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Analyse financial results, operating trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support monthly reporting and business decision-making.
• Prepare financial reports, management reporting packages, forecasts, and analytical presentations for senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, forecasts, and scenario analyses that support strategic planning and business performance.
• Evaluate capital expenditures, depreciation, profitability, and other financial drivers to provide actionable business insights.
• Research economic and business trends that may impact financial performance and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Identify financial risks, opportunities, and performance trends that improve operational and financial outcomes.
• Lead the implementation, configuration, and ongoing administration of NetSuite Planning and Budgeting (NSPB) as part of the company's global ERP transformation.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, IT, and external implementation teams to optimize budgeting, forecasting, planning, and reporting processes.
• Support ERP migration activities, including data mapping, validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), end-user training, and post-implementation support.
• Manage the annual Global Cross-Charge process, including quarterly recalculations and reporting in accordance with transfer pricing agreements.
• Collaborate with regional Managing Directors, Tax, Compliance, and Audit teams to support global financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to automate and enhance reporting, financial processes, and ERP functionality.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to strengthen reporting capabilities, improve data governance, and drive continuous process improvements.
• Support special projects and other Finance initiatives as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience in financial analysis, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), accounting, or corporate finance.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, financial modelling, reconciliations, and data analysis.
• Experience with NetSuite, Oracle NSPB, or another ERP and financial planning system is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be part of a global finance transformation.
• Exposure to advanced financial systems and processes.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.