Senior Finance Analyst

Barclay Meade; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology provider in the UK is seeking a Finance Team Leader to lead a team of analysts, drive project profitability, and influence business decisions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance, 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers flexibility after probation, with benefits including annual leave and a performance-based bonus.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Defined contribution pension

Permanent Health Insurance

Annual flexible benefits allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a financial analysis role.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 4 analysts.
• Evaluate and monitor project profitability.
• Analyze complex financial data.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Salesforce)

Job description

Overview

This role is with a leading global technology and solutions provider based in Weybridge. You'll lead a team of four Sales and Finance Analysts, drive project profitability, and influence key business decisions. It's a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation where your insight will help shape future growth.

Please note: This is a full-time, office-based role, with flexibility required for occasional project-based evening/weekend work. Once probation is successfully completed (3 months), you will have the option to work from home up to 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 4 analysts within the Marketing MSP finance function
• Evaluate and monitor project profitability and financial performance
• Analyze complex financial data to guide strategic planning
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve sales-related issues
• Provide forecasting and profit simulation support for strategic initiatives
• Oversee accurate and timely billing, cost recognition, and accruals
• Monitor accounts receivable and payment collections
• Prepare detailed financial reports for sales, profit planning, and budgeting
• Support internal audits and ICFR control process reviews
• Manage customer and vendor contracts from a financial standpoint

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a financial analysis role
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and wider MS Office suite
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Salesforce) preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
• Defined contribution pension (up to 4% employee / 8.5% employer)
• Permanent Health Insurance & Group Life Assurance
• 660 annual flexible benefits allowance (post-probation), which can be used for dental cover, health plans, holiday buy/sell, gym memberships, and more

If you're interested in joining an international, forward-thinking company where your work will truly make an impact, apply today.