Finance Analyst

I have been instructed to recruit a Finance Analyst for a well-known UK brand, with a HQ based near Walsall, to support one of their Finance Managers performing all aspects of management accounting and financial control. Depending on experience the successfulFinance Analyst can expect £25,000 - £28,000 per annum + full study support.

This Finance Analyst position would best suit someone with 12 months experience in a similar role, who enjoys process improvements, efficiencies and is a bit of a whizz with Excel.

You will be required in the office 2 x days per week, ability to work on own initiative is a must and have a personality to challenge processes. The business offer an amazing benefits package including, enhanced pension contribution, salary sacrifice, lifeassurance + bonus.

The role will be working with the Finance Manager to drive financial performance through the provision of full and accurate financial information, support, guidance, insight and challenge. Excellent analytical and Excel experience is essential.

**Finance Analyst duties**:

- Deliver effective operation of financial controls
- Support the financial controller in reporting/forecasting of financial performance
- Effective and efficient accounting, producing timely and accurate numbers
- Provide business area with effective financial insight, analysis, and challenge
- Support the business area in supporting the preparation of annual budgets and forecasting
- Build and manage effective relationships with multiple stakeholders

**Requirements**:

- Management Accounting experience
- Financial Modelling Skills
- Good Analytical skills
- Understanding of relevant commercial disciplines
- Good relationship management and influencing skills
- Ability to assimilate information