Senior Finance Analyst

Lloyd Recruitment - Epsom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization based in Weybridge is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to lead a team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves analyzing financial performance, supporting strategic decisions, and managing project profitability. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and at least 5 years of experience in financial analysis. The position offers a salary between £55,000 and £75,000, with benefits including a performance-based bonus and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Pension scheme

Group Life Assurance

Flexible benefits allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar role.
• Proven team leadership and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional analytical and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of finance and sales analysts.
• Analyse financial performance across various projects and initiatives.
• Support strategic planning through expert financial guidance.

Skills

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems (SAP or Salesforce)

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst
Location: Weybridge
Salary: 55,000 - 75,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Contract: Permanent Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation based in Weybridge. This is a key leadership position within the finance function, overseeing a team of four Sales and Finance Analysts, and playing a vital role in supporting strategic business decisions and driving project profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of finance and sales analysts
  
• Set up and manage project profitability evaluation processes
  
• Analyse financial performance across various projects and initiatives
  
• Support strategic planning through expert financial guidance
  
• Partner with project managers to align financial insight with sales activities
  
• Deliver accurate monthly billing, cost recognition, and accruals
  
• Forecast sales and profit plans on a monthly and annual basis
  
• Manage accounts receivable and monitor payment collections
  
• Oversee customer and vendor contract management
  
• Contribute to internal audit processes (ICFR review and evaluation)
  
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including legal, procurement, and sales
  
• Liaise with external partners across EMEA regions
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar role
  
• Proven team leadership and mentoring skills
  
• Exceptional analytical and commercial awareness
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
  
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Salesforce (desirable)
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  

Benefits Include:

• 25 days annual leave
  
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
  
• Pension scheme
  
• Group Life Assurance and Permanent Health Insurance
  
• 660 annual flexible benefits allowance (e.g. dental insurance, healthcare cash plan, gymflex, travel insurance)
  

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute finance professional to step into a senior role with visibility across multiple business functions and the chance to influence company-wide performance.

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