Junior Finance Analyst

Advocate Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an articulate Controlling Analyst to join their global team in the Premium Chocolate category. This exciting role involves engaging in traditional controlling activities while also diving into financial planning and analytics to set targets. The ideal candidate will possess advanced analytical skills and be proficient in tools like Power BI and Excel. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, enhancing your communication and reporting skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, shaping the future of a beloved product category.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within FMCG or Consumer Products.
• Understanding of P&L and Balance Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and aid decision making for budgeting.
• Analyse financial results and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Reporting Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Excel

Job description

We are looking for an articulate and ambitious Controlling Analyst to join a global confectionery business, to play a key role in shaping the future of the Premium Chocolate category. You will be involved in both traditional controlling activities, as well as getting involved in the financial planning and analytics to define targets for the category.

Success in this role will require excellent communication and reporting skills as you will have the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across the business. The ideal person will have advanced analytical skills and ability to utilise tools such as Power BI or Power Query.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Actively participate in the planning process and aid business decision making for planning, budgeting.
2. Analyse the financial results of the category and identifying areas for improvement.
3. Support planning and control efforts by challenging functions to meet their targets.
4. Monitor the outcomes of planned initiatives to assess results and return on investments.

Key Requirements:

1. Experience in a similar role within FMCG or Consumer Products.
2. Understanding of P&L and Balance Sheets.
3. Advanced user of Excel and Power BI or Power Query.
4. Analytically minded and an ambitious attitude.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills.

We look forward to receiving your application for this exciting new vacancy.