Finance Analyst – Central Costs

Were looking for a highly motivated Analyst with an accounting background to help deliver the reporting and analytics of our Central cost this role you will produce timely accurate and insightful reporting of headcount T&E and head office costs for UK with the use of Power Query. There will also be a focus on making our finance processes efficient and easily manageable as possible through automation.Key Accountabilities Preparation of monthly cost reporting of head office costs ensuring these are delivered to a high standard within the reporting deadlines. Deliver insightful analysis and commentary on all key variances to budget/forecast/prior year.Produce monthly packs for budget holders at an employee level for people and non-people costsEnsure monthly payroll reconciliation is completed to the agreed deadlines with all reconciling items investigated and resolved promptly.Ensure certain group reporting requirements are completed within required deadlines and to a high standard Preparation of annual budgets - to create review and upload annual budgets for head office costs.Support ad-hoc analysis in conjunction with key stakeholders to understand keydrivers and any financial impacts.Provide analytical support on key business decisions  Build good working relationships with key contacts to understand thebusiness and the business needs Work with the wider Finance team regarding financial reporting requirements and improvements Qualifications : Finance Qualification Qualified (ACCA ACA CIMA) Min 5 years experience in Management Accounting Strong level of Excel skills (v/h lookups sum-ifs pivot tables etc) Experience with Power Query on Excel (a must) to manage and manipulate large volumes of data from multiple sourcesAbility to translate data into clear insightsExperience with reporting and presentation of data Solid stakeholder management skillsA commercial mindset or the ability to see the bigger picture is desirableResults driven can work at fast pace whilst ensuring accuracy. Has the ability to take ownership of an area and drive improvements by identifying inefficiencies and providing solutionAdditional Information : At Entain we know that signing top players requires a great starting package and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us and a competitive salary is just the beginning.Depending on your role and location you can expect to receive benefits likeA regular bonusHealthcare supportA stake in our success through our ShareSave schemeGreat development opportunitiesWellbeing support and so much more.And outside of this youll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process at either application or interview please contact us.At Entain we do whats right. Its one of our core values and thats why were taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive future - for our people and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued respected and their individuality celebrated. We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Microsoft Access,Pivot tables,Accounting,Analysis Skills,Microsoft Excel,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Planning Experience: years Vacancy: 1