Operations Financial Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves interpreting complex financial data, producing insightful reports, and contributing to budget planning. The successful candidate will work closely with the management team to ensure accurate financial forecasting and reporting, playing a crucial role in maintaining the company's financial integrity. With a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions will significantly impact operations and financial performance.

Benefits

Generous holiday leave

Supportive company culture

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Academic background in Finance or Accounting.
• Proficiency in financial software tools and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting financial data and producing reports.
• Supporting budget planning and financial forecasts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Financial Regulations Knowledge

Education

Degree in Finance

Part-qualified in Accounting

Tools

Financial Software Tools

Job description

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The hiring organisation is a large entity in the manufacturer industry, boasting a diverse and inclusive workforce. With a wide array of products under their purview, they are dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in their operations, all while ensuring a robust financial system is in place.

Job Description

• Interpreting financial data and producing clear, concise reports.
• Contributing to budget planning and implementation within the Accounting & Finance Department.
• Assisting with the creation of financial forecasts and models.
• Supporting the management team with insightful financial data analysis
• Supporting the Operations Finance Manager in the preparation of the weekly P&L report and monthly management accounts
• Reporting of daily Operational Finance KPIs, highlighting key drivers of material and labour variances and helping to identify performance trends
• Accurate posting of month end journals - including site accruals and prepayments
• Assisting the Operations Finance Manager in the preparation of annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Daily review and resolution of finance system posting errors - escalating issues as appropriate
• Completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations for stock
• Assisting with completion of external and internal audit tasks

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Analyst should have:

• An academic background in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (part-qualified).
• Proficiency in financial software tools and platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills, with the capacity to present financial information in a clear and understandable way.
• A deep understanding of financial regulations and standards in the manufacturing industry.

What's on Offer

• An estimated daily pay rate of approximately £18.80 GBP to £20.56 GBP.
• A temporary contract with the potential for extension.
• Generous holiday leave.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to a large manufacturer company. Your expertise as a Financial Analyst will be vital in helping maintain the client's strong financial standing in the industry.