Financial Analyst

Experian Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global data company in London is seeking a Financial Analyst to support management and general accounting. Responsibilities include month-end processes, financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in finance and strong Excel skills, with opportunities for personal development and a comprehensive social benefit package.

Benefits

Career pathway and development programs

Additional health insurance

Flexible working hours

25 days paid vacation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong understanding of financial management information.
• Fluency in written and verbal English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver month/year end close activities accurately.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support the development of the annual operating budget.

Skills

Accounting

Financial analysis

Data manipulation

Excel

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Masters Degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to provide the region with support across management and general accounting, financial analysis, reporting, forecasting and the conversion of data into management information. Your main responsibilities will include active involvement in month-end process, producing financial forecasts, regular and ad hoc management reports and a varied range of financial data analysis. You will report to the Finance Supervisor.

What you'll do

• Independently deliver month/year end close activities ensuring financial data is accurate and following Experian\'s accounting policies and IFRS;
• Be responsible for selected balance sheet accounts and provide complete and informative balance sheet analysis;
• Deliver independently the MMC (forecast) process for a respective area;
• Provide pre-defined and ad hoc financial performance reports with accurate insights.
• Support the development and control of the annual operating budget within the assigned region, ensuring all financial targets are met and financial and statutory obligations are complied with;
• Analyze financial information in response to requests from the wider finance team and the business;
• Prepare detailed balance sheet reconciliations and support the monthly Operating Cash Flow process.

About Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agrifinance, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and to innovate. A FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 23,300 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at .

Experience and Skills

What we expect you to bring:

• 3 or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Finance/Business and related degree or Masters Degree;
• Very good level of general financial accounting gained in a multinational business environment;
• Prior experience in an international or global business in a complex, matrix organization;
• Very good understanding of financial management information;
• Written and verbal fluency in English is necessary;
• Excel and data manipulation skills.

Additional Information

What you will get:

• Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials & book.
• Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized strong team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.
• Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, a birthday gift and many other benefits!
• Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.
• Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.

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