Financial Analyst - Senior

PowerToFly; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join their team in Cwmbran, United Kingdom. The role involves delivering complex financial analyses and forecasts to support decision-making and operational efficiency. Candidates should have approximately 5 years of experience in financial analysis and possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong analytical abilities, effective communication, and a proactive mindset are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5 years of financial analysis experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in cost analysis, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex financial analyses and forecasts to leadership.
• Drive financial discipline and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Support cost management through project expenditure analysis.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Reporting

Cost analysis

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Job description

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Senior Financial Analyst to join our European team specializing in Finance for our Cummins Drivetrain & Braking Systems in Cwmbran, United Kingdom.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Drive informed decision‑making by delivering complex financial analyses, forecasts, and variance explanations to department leadership.
• Act as a trusted business partner to operational and support functions, aligning financial insights with organizational goals and strategies.
• Lead the development and consolidation of annual budgets, expense forecasts, and staffing plans to support sustainable performance.
• Strengthen financial discipline by ensuring accuracy, integrity, and transparency in financial reporting and statistical analysis.
• Provide clear, actionable insights by interpreting trends, risks, and opportunities across financial and operational data.
• Support effective cost management through detailed project expenditure analysis, recharge activities, and cost calculations.
• Enable continuity and leadership within the finance function by acting as a stand‑in for the Finance Manager when required.
• Coach and support less‑experienced Financial Analysts, contributing to capability building and continuous improvement within the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
• Proven ability to manage complexity, prioritize effectively, and optimize work processes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to influence stakeholders with varying levels of financial expertise.
• A proactive, action‑oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous learning, self‑development, and inclusive teamwork.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Approximately 5 years of relevant financial analysis experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment, with strong exposure to operational or plant‑based finance.
• Demonstrated experience in cost analysis, forecasting, variance analysis, and project expenditure management, supporting both operational and support functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is preferred; candidates may also be considered qualified by experience with a strong, relevant industry background.
• Working knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and reporting standards (e.g., US GAAP), with the ability to operate effectively in a complex business environment.