Financial Planning and Reporting Analyst

1 month ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Menzies Distribution Limited Full time
{"title": "Finance Analyst Role at Menzies Distribution Limited", "description": "

Menzies Distribution Limited is seeking a skilled Finance Analyst to join our dynamic team in Edinburgh. As a key member of our Financial Planning and Reporting team, you will play a crucial role in providing financial support and analysis to our businesses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, with experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis. You will be responsible for assisting in the management of the reporting and planning cycle, supporting regional operations teams with financial modelling and output, and monitoring and developing key departmental processes and procedures.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting in the management of the reporting and planning cycle, ensuring review meetings and reports are produced to meet deadlines.
  • Supporting regional operations teams with financial modelling and output, as required.
  • Monitoring and developing key departmental processes and procedures.
  • Supporting routine management accounting, KPI, and other regular reporting for the businesses.
  • Building internal customer relationships with close partnering primarily with the Operations teams.
  • Maintaining Excel templates used for reporting, planning, and modelling within the businesses.
  • Proactively supporting the cost savings process, ensuring that all targets are met through regular contact and reporting to the businesses.
  • Continuing to develop the performance reporting analysis, focusing on increased visual output.
  • Completing and reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.

Key qualifications and experience include:

  • Entry-level finance working experience preferred.
  • Ideal qualifications include a relevant finance, business, or accountancy qualification, such as HNC/HND/Uni Degree.
  • The ability to convey complex financial information in a concise, non-technical manner.
  • Previous knowledge of SAP is advantageous but not critical.
  • Good attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
  • Strong analytical and presentation skills.
  • Well-developed communication and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge inputs.
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Menzies Distribution Limited is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment, where employees feel safe, proud, and valued. We seek to recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work, and encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be their very best.

", "requirements": "

Key requirements for this role include:

  • Strong finance background with experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
  • Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
  • Ability to convey complex financial information in a concise, non-technical manner.
  • Previous knowledge of SAP is advantageous but not critical.
  • Good attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills, including the ability to challenge inputs.
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
", "benefits": "

Menzies Distribution Limited offers a range of benefits, including:

  • Fully funded financial sponsorship to complete a professional accountancy qualification, such as ACCA or CIMA, if the role goes permanent.
  • Competitive salary range of £30,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience.
  • 37.25 hours per week, 9am - 5pm.
  • Fixed Term Contract for 6 months.
", "location": "Edinburgh, EH12 9DQ"}

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