Lead Finance Analyst

Michael Page; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A distribution business in Scunthorpe is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst to deliver financial insights and support business decisions. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong budget management experience and advanced Excel skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, a hybrid working model, and generous holiday leave. Join a thriving company known for professional growth opportunities. Apply now to make an impact!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

28 days of holiday leave

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant or working at this level.
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Strong Excel skills including advanced formulas and XLOOKUPs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted partner to department leaders on financial insights.
• Manage monthly overhead reporting process and variance analysis.
• Lead weekly trade reporting and process improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Budget management

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar)

Tools

Financial planning tools

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Finance Analyst to join a thriving distribution business in Scunthorpe. The role requires expertise in accounting and finance, with a focus on delivering financial insights and supporting business decisions.

Client Details

The organisation is a well-established and growing company in the distribution sector. It operates within a collaborative environment and is known for its commitment to excellence in its accounting and finance functions. The are a brilliant business to work for as they develop and progress their employees across the business. They have extensive benefits and offer fully flexible, hybrid working.

Description

• Be a trusted partner to department leaders and budget owners, helping them understand their numbers, spot variances, and make smart spending decisions.
• Work hand-in-hand with Financial Control to keep monthly costs accurate and transparent, while managing accruals and payments for overheads.
• Create and refine financial models that power reliable reporting and forecasting, collaborating with teams across finance and the wider business.
• Own the monthly overhead reporting process, delivering clear reconciliations and insightful variance analysis.
• Dive into payroll data to provide detailed reporting on salaries, group recharges, and related accruals/prepayments.
• Spot trends and turn them into actionable insights that influence key business decisions.
• Lead weekly trade reporting, partnering with stakeholders to improve processes, enhance data quality, and make reporting more impactful.

Profile

• Ideally Fully qualified accountant or working a this level (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) with a solid technical foundation.
• Hands-on experience managing budgets, forecasts, and the full suite of financial statements - P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Tech-savvy with strong Excel skills (think advanced formulas and XLOOKUPs) and familiarity with planning tools.
• Detail-driven and highly organised, able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator, capable of presenting insights clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive and improvement-focused, always looking for smarter ways to work.
• If you're ready to grow your expertise, collaborate with great people, and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• One day a week on site if that is your preference
• Performance-based bonus.
• Generous 28 days of holiday leave.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving environment.
• Permanent position with opportunities for professional growth.

If you are a skilled Lead Finance Analyst looking to make an impact in the distribution industry, this role in Scunthorpe could be the perfect fit. Apply now to take the next step in your career