Junior Finance Analyst

ACCA Careers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Finance Analyst in Leeds. This role involves preparing financial reports, assisting in budgeting, and collaborating with teams to manage financial data. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong Excel skills, and some relevant work experience. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent role with career progression

Generous holiday leave

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel.
• Some work experience in a finance/accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis tasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data management.
• Monitor and reconcile accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.
• Maintain financial systems and ensure data integrity.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on financial performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Reporting tools

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Overview

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a Junior Finance Analyst to contribute to the Accounting & Finance department within the Financial Services industry. Based in Leeds, the position requires a detail-oriented individual to support financial operations and provide valuable insights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis tasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data management.
• Monitor and reconcile accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.
• Maintain financial systems and ensure data integrity.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on financial performance.

Qualifications

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel.
• Some work experience in a finance/accounting role.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Permanent role with opportunities for career progression.
• Generous holiday leave and a supportive work environment.
• Based in Leeds, with convenient access to local amenities and transport links.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Junior Finance Analyst within the Financial Services industry, we encourage you to apply today!