Senior Finance Analyst - Strategic Cost & Planning Lead

Informa Group Plc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company is seeking a qualified accountant to join their finance division in London. This position involves partnering with C-suite leaders to provide financial insights, managing capital expenditure, and delivering clear monthly reports. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel and PowerPoint abilities, and the capacity to build relationships across departments. Additionally, the role requires experience with financial planning and a problem-solving mindset. A supportive work environment encourages collaboration and growth.

Benefits

Great community culture

Volunteer days with funding

Career development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Flexible personal benefits

ShareMatch scheme

Strong wellbeing support

Recognition programs

International collaboration opportunities

Responsibilities

• Partner with C-suite leaders to provide financial insights and consolidated reporting.
• Deliver clear monthly reporting including cost analysis and risk assessment.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve issues promptly.
• Manage capital expenditure including reviews reporting and investment tracking.
• Drive cost efficiency by identifying opportunities and supporting procurement.
• Unify financial approaches between ex-Ascential and ex-Informa brands.
• Complete month-end accounting for divisional and vendor costs.
• Create financial plans including annual budgets, three-year plans and monthly forecasts.
• Maintain recharge models and ensure timely accounting entries.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Strong analytical abilities

Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to build relationships

Experience with Essbase Hyperion Planning or TM1

Excellent organizational skills

Job description

A leading events company is seeking a qualified accountant to join their finance division in London. This position involves partnering with C-suite leaders to provide financial insights, managing capital expenditure, and delivering clear monthly reports. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel and PowerPoint abilities, and the capacity to build relationships across departments. Additionally, the role requires experience with financial planning and a problem-solving mindset. A supportive work environment encourages collaboration and growth.