Senior Financial Analyst

Seven Investment Management LLP; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a qualified accountant to support financial planning and analysis. The role involves developing financial models, delivering strategic finance projects, and providing insightful analysis to inform business decisions. Candidates should possess advanced Excel skills and have relevant experience in financial reporting and modelling. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing team in the City of London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in financial reporting and modelling is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial analysis techniques.
• Experience in retail financial services is advantageous.
• Experience of delivering process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for pricing analysis.
• Deliver system upgrades and process efficiencies.
• Collaborate with departments to gather data for financial models.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends.
• Assist in monthly reports ensuring accuracy.
• Deliver strategic finance projects to enhance reporting.
• Provide ad hoc business support and collaborate on projects.
• Ensure reporting aligns with company vision.
• Produce timely and accurate management reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel skills

Strong PowerPoint skills

Effective workload management

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, this role is designed to support 7IM growth through development of financial models, delivering strategic finance projects, accurate management information, and providing insightful analysis to support business decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to aimed at delivering quick and accurate pricing analysis.


• Play a leading role in delivering system upgrades and process efficiencies.


• Collaborate with different departments to gather necessary data and ensure the integrity of financial models and projections.


• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify key trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement, especially in pricing and cost management.


• Assist in the production of monthly reports for various areas of the business, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.


• Deliver strategic finance projects to enhance team reporting capabilities through standardisation, simplification, and automation.


• Provide ad hoc business support and collaborate with senior leaders on projects.


• Ensure all reporting aligns with the company's vision, purpose, values, and personality.


• Produce timely, relevant, and accurate management reports.

About You

• Previous experience in financial reporting and modelling is essential.


• Strong knowledge of financial analysis techniques.


• Experience in retail financial services is advantageous.


• Experience of delivering process improvements.

Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.


• Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with formulas, charts, and data analysis.


• Strong PowerPoint skills and the ability to deliver quality presentations.


• Ability to manage workload effectively and work on own initiative.


• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex numerical data clearly and informatively.


• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external parties, with regular exposure to senior management.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with good technical knowledge.