Financial Analyst - Bradford Area

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Teignbridge, Bradford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team in Bradford. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence business decisions through deep financial analysis and collaboration with operational teams. As a Financial Analyst, you will turn complex financial data into actionable insights, supporting strategic planning and performance improvement. The position includes competitive salary, hybrid working options, and ample opportunities for career development in a supportive environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a growing business, this role is for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Supportive working culture

Flexible working after probation

Qualifications

• Part or fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a financial analyst or commercial finance role.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance and trends across departments.
• Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly reports for stakeholders.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Excel Modelling

Financial Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Location: Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber

Description:

Job Title: Financial Analyst
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to 40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Qualification Required: ACA, ACCA, CIMA (part or fully qualified) or equivalent experience

Overview:

We are currently partnering with a forward-thinking and expanding organisation based in Bradford to recruit a commercially minded and analytically driven Financial Analyst. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to move into a dynamic role where they can influence business decisions and work closely with both finance and operational teams.

The Role:

The Financial Analyst will play a critical role in turning financial data into meaningful insight that supports strategic planning and commercial decision-making. This position will suit a finance professional who enjoys deep analysis, problem-solving, and partnering with the wider business to drive performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse financial performance and trends across departments, regions, and product lines

• Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly reports for internal stakeholders

• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning processes

• Develop dashboards and models to enhance financial visibility and decision-making

• Conduct variance analysis and identify key drivers of business performance

• Collaborate with operational teams to understand financial impacts and identify opportunities

• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis for senior management and board-level meetings

• Continuously improve reporting tools and processes for efficiency and clarity

The Ideal Candidate:

• Part or fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent (or QBE with relevant experience)

• Proven experience in a financial analyst or commercial finance role

• Strong analytical and Excel modelling skills

• Experience with data visualisation and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) is a plus

• Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for non-finance stakeholders

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially astute

• Confident communicator and team player

What's on Offer:

• Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Hybrid/flexible working after probation

• Career development opportunities in a growing business

• Supportive and collaborative working culture

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Analyst to grow and make a real impact within a successful business based in Bradford. If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.