Finance Analyst

Your new company Hays is pleased to be representing a leading financial services business based in Edinburgh in the recruitment of a Finance Analyst. Thisis an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where finance andtechnology converge to drive business performance. The Finance Systems team isat the heart of strategic planning, leveraging cutting-edge platforms such asAnaplan to deliver robust business planning, forecasting, and performancemanagement solutions. Candidates will find themselves in a dynamic environmentthat values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Your new role As a Finance Analyst, you'll play apivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying complex Anaplan modelsacross the Finance function. The role involves facilitating user storyworkshops, collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements, and leadinguser acceptance testing and training sessions. The Finance Analyst will usetheir expertise to streamline planning workflows, improve system performance,and resolve issues within existing models. They will also support seamless dataintegration with key business systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, and buildintuitive dashboards and reports to support both day-to-day operations andstrategic decision-making. Staying up to date with the latest Anaplan trendsand technologies is essential to ensure that their solutions remainbest-in-class.What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you must have hands-on experience building Anaplanmodels and at least two years' experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.A Certified Anaplan Model Builder (Level 1 or higher) qualification isrequired, and holding Solution Architect or Master Anaplanner status is astrong advantage. Applicants should possess knowledge of the Anaplan IntegratedFinance Planning Application, a solid understanding of multi-dimensionalmodelling, agile methodologies, and Anaplan best practices. Advanced Excelmodel building skills are essential, and experience with reporting systems suchas Qlik or Power BI will be beneficial. Exceptional communication skills arerequired, as is the ability to work effectively with both technical andnon-technical stakeholders. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience isnecessary, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills andattention to detail. The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced anddynamic environment is also vital.What you'll get in return In addition to a competitive market salary, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, private Bupa healthcare, life insurance, income protection, and access to a wide range of employee-funded options such as dental insurance, gym discounts, and company Electric Car Scheme. With 34 days annual leave, flexible public holiday arrangements, and enhanced family leave policies, the role offers excellent work-life balance.You'll be joining a dynamic, future-thinking organisation where innovation is encouraged and continuous learning is part of everyday life, making it an ideal opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk