Hybrid Finance Transformation & Projects Analyst

Kingfisher; Hampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingfisher is seeking a Finance Projects Analyst to support finance transformation, governance and operational excellence initiatives across Group Functions Finance. You will analyse data, develop dashboards and coordinate with Finance, Procurement and Shared Services to deliver meaningful change.

The role requires strong Excel and Power BI skills, an accounting qualification (or actively pursuing one), and excellent stakeholder management across multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Finance experience with a recognised accounting qualification (or working towards one), supported by strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced Excel expertise, with experience managing large datasets and producing meaningful insights.
• Competent Power BI user with the ability to develop reporting and performance dashboards.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, confident presenting to a range of audiences.
• Experience within a GNFR or financial control environment is advantageous; French language skills are beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical support across finance transformation, operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.
• Analyse financial and operational data, providing insights and recommendations to support project delivery and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain project tracking, reporting and dashboards to monitor progress, milestones and outcomes for senior stakeholders.
• Support finance governance, controls and approval frameworks, ensuring effective and compliant processes.
• Act as a key link between Finance, Procurement, Shared Services (GBS) and business stakeholders, coordinating workshops, communications and project activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and finance performance, while supporting and deputising for the Senior Operational Finance Manager - Projects when required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Accounting qualification (or working towards one)

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Kingfisher is seeking a Finance Projects Analyst to support finance transformation, governance and operational excellence initiatives across Group Functions Finance. You will analyse data, develop dashboards and coordinate with Finance, Procurement and Shared Services to deliver meaningful change.

The role requires strong Excel and Power BI skills, an accounting qualification (or actively pursuing one), and excellent stakeholder management across multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.