Junior Finance Analyst

Edgewell Personal Care; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational personal care company in Westminster is seeking an experienced finance professional to join their Regional Finance team. The candidate will handle business partnering, month-end close, and corporate planning, focusing on accuracy and strategic forecasting. A university degree in finance and a professional accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA) are mandatory. The role offers competitive salary, hybrid working possibilities, and additional benefits such as study support for accounting qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working possibilities

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Discounted products

25 days annual leave

Free beverages & snacks

Study support for accounting qualification

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting analysis preferred.
• Experience in multinational consumer goods environment is an advantage.
• Self-motivated and proactive in a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare P&L and Balance Sheet statements in compliance with standards.
• Manage deflator accruals to reflect commercial phasing.
• Journal month-end close entries and review for quality.
• Collaborate on corporate budgeting and forecasting.
• Support reporting and analysis for senior leadership.
• Drive commercial insight through performance reports.
• Ensure deadlines are met and communicated.
• Conduct overhead analysis and align forecast spend.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication abilities

Attention to detail

Business partnering

Education

University degree in Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or related discipline

Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Job Overview

Edgewell Personal Care is seeking an experienced finance professional to join the Regional Finance team. The role reports to the Regional Senior Finance Manager and focuses on business partnering, month‑end close, corporate planning and reporting. Candidates will drive accuracy, forecasting and process improvements across the North‑American portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate P&L and Balance Sheet statements in compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Proactively manage deflator accruals and releases to reflect commercial phasing and agreements.
• Journal month‑end close entries and review with local teams to ensure completeness and quality.
• Collaborate on corporate budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning (QF, Budget, Strat Plan).
• Support reporting and analysis to senior leadership, including price, volume and mix models.
• Assist with the implementation of the EU Digital Channel and manage digital advertising and promotion spend.
• Produce YTD and YTG performance reports and analysis to drive commercial insight.
• Ensure corporate deadlines are identified, communicated to the business and met.
• Conduct overhead analysis and align forecast spend with target.

Qualifications

• University degree in Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
• Professional accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA) mandatory; ACCA/CIMA preferred.
• Accounting or finance analyst experience preferred; experience in multinational consumer goods environment an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and business‑partnering abilities.
• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to thrive in a dynamic, global team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and hybrid working possibilities.
• Employee assistance programme, life assurance and discounted Edgewell branded products.
• Core working hours, 25 days annual leave and free beverage & snacks.
• Sports & social club membership, casual smart dress code and a supportive manager.
• Study support towards an accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA).

Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We create an inclusive environment where good ideas can thrive and colleagues can learn and lead.