Finance Data Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Impellam Group Full time
Job Description

Finance Data Specialist

London based

65-75K


About the Organisation

We are working with a marketing agency, joining the finance side of things with 100+ strong Finance org, with global hubs managing over £500M of annual revenue in their Content practice.


About the Role

The Finance Data Specialist is based in London and reports to the Head of FP&A. This is a key role in the enhancement of the global FP&A team. This team is charged with leading the forecasting and reporting across complex cross-functional teams to create visibility, financial discipline, and ultimately improve the bottom-line. Since these reports span multiple functions, this role works closely with a wide range of cross-functional stakeholders and other members of the global FP&A team. You compile and clean data from many sources, building analytical models, validation tools, and dashboards that directly support initiatives, overall strategic vision, and day-to-day operations. In addition, this position provides analytical support for cross-functional management reporting, looking at utilization and other KPI’s as an indication of financial health.


About you

  • You demonstrate competency and enthusiasm for executing data and analytical strategies.
  • You have experience querying and manipulating large datasets.
  • You have a high aptitude for financial modeling.
  • You are comfortable with areas of ambiguity and are an astute problem solver in the face of them.
  • You have a passion for data wrangling and an eye for applying data visualization best practices to high-quality reporting products.
  • You will be challenged to grow professionally by mastering advanced skills in quantitative analysis, and will be expected to use your financial prowess to develop data-driven financial models that provide valuable insights for the business.


Responsibilities

  • Compile information from various databases and data systems.
  • Conduct financial analysis, support development of forecasts, and create and maintain financial models to support planning and month end processes, including validation exercises.
  • Contribute to a diverse set of operational improvement projects, including deliverables such as processes analysis, solution design, implementation plans, and training/communication.
  • Perform different ad-hoc activities such as validation and system reconciliations.
  • Assist in preparing materials for the leadership team, including board decks and other leadership updates.
  • Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (e.g. Looker) a plus.


Qualifications

  • analytical work experience in finance, accounting, and/or any related field required.
  • Proven experience in Finance Data Specialist role. Experience in the creative or production services industry is a plus.
  • Strong financial analysis skills, with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis.
  • Knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial metrics.
  • Proficiency in financial software and advanced spreadsheet (Google Sheets) skills.
  • Understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and trend identification.
  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across a wide array of stakeholders.
  • Advanced working knowledge of spreadsheets (Google Sheets) and experience with business intelligence programs.
  • High level of intellectual and analytical curiosity.
  • Experience organizing and analyzing large data sets from multiple sources.
  • Strong ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
  • Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with key stakeholders..
  • Comfort working with potentially ambiguous problems and working on projects that are consistently new and challenging.
  • Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; prior experience with NetSuite, SFDC, Lucanet, Exact and visual analytics tools (e.g. Looker) a plus.

If you feel you have the right skills for the role, please apply



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