Financial Analyst

SPI Management; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering and aerospace firm seeks a part or newly qualified Financial Analyst to join their team in Oxfordshire. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Financial Controller in providing accurate analysis and reporting to enhance business performance. Key responsibilities include variance analysis, budgeting, and participating in month-end close. Candidates should have strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO and excellent Excel skills. The company offers attractive benefits including private medical insurance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Generous pension contributions

Bonus schemes

Share incentives

Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Must be part or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO is essential.
• Excellent Excel skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate variance analysis and commentary on departmental budgets.
• Support preparation of business plans, forecasts and OPEX reporting.
• Participate in month-end close and produce consolidated reports.

Skills

Analysis and reporting

Excel Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Part or newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part or newly qualified Financial Analyst to join a leading international engineering and aerospace organisation at their Oxfordshire site.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in providing accurate analysis and reporting to support business performance. This is a varied role where you will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, variance analysis, internal reporting and supporting audit requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate variance analysis and commentary on departmental budgets
• Support preparation of business plans, forecasts and OPEX reporting
• Participate in month-end close and produce consolidated reports for management
• Liaise with budget holders and external auditors as required
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with processes

About You

• Part or newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO and excellent Excel skills
• Analytical, detail-focused and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident communicator with the ability to partner with stakeholders across the business
• Flexible and proactive with strong problem-solving skills

What's On Offer

• Private medical insurance
• Generous pension contributions
• Bonus schemes
• Share incentives
• Range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.