Financial Analyst

Chemist Warehouse; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare group in the UK is seeking a finance professional for a commercial FP&A role. You will support budgeting and forecasting while providing financial insights across multiple divisions. The ideal candidate will have a degree in accounting or business, along with 3+ years in audit or financial reporting. Strong Excel and analytical skills are essential for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in audit or financial reporting (Big 4 or mid-tier firm).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the annual budget process and periodic forecasting cycles.
• Preparing accurate and timely monthly Board and Departmental reports.
• Partnering with business leaders to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Developing financial models, KPI dashboards and ad hoc analysis.
• Contributing to strategic projects and continuous process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accounting, Commerce or Business

CA/CPA qualification (or working towards)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling software

Job description

About Us

Sigma Healthcare is proudly powering pharmacy! We have the largest pharmacy network in Australia with trusted brands including Chemist Warehouse, Amcal and Discount Drug Stores.

We are powered by our dedicated people and our leading Australian full-line pharmacy wholesale and distribution business that delivers medicines to any pharmacy, anywhere in Australia. With Chemist Warehouse now operating in four countries outside Australia, we continue to expand our reach.

We attract and retain talented people and have a dedicated and focused workforce achieving high performance levels for our customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Our culture is demonstrated through our behaviours and actions of being Accountable, Respectful, Collaborative, Honest and Innovative.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a first mover from Big 4 or mid-tier audit to step into a commercial FP&A role within a high-performing Group Finance team.

Reporting to the Financial Reporting Lead, you\'ll gain broad exposure across budgeting, forecasting, reporting and business partnering - driving financial insight and supporting performance across multiple divisions.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the annual budget process and periodic forecasting cycles
• Preparing accurate and timely monthly Board and Departmental reports
• Partnering with business leaders to translate financial data into actionable insights
• Developing financial models, KPI dashboards and ad hoc analysis
• Contributing to strategic projects and continuous process improvements

About You

You're a motivated finance professional with strong technical foundations in audit or financial reporting, ready to make your first move into industry. You're analytical, detail-oriented and proactive, with excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

What you\'ll bring

• Degree in Accounting, Commerce or Business
• CA/CPA qualification (or working towards)
• 3+ years\' experience in audit or financial reporting (Big 4 or mid-tier firm)
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modelling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Why Sigma Healthcare?

At Sigma, you\'ll join an organisation that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. You\'ll be part of a growing, forward-thinking finance team helping to deliver insight and impact across one of Australia\'s most recognisable retail and healthcare groups.