Finance Analyst

1 month ago


Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Bright Horizons UK Full time
Job Description

Job: Finance Analyst

Duration: FTC – 12 months

Salary: up to £28k doe

Location: Hybrid with travel to our HO in Northampton


Purpose of Role

As a Finance Analyst you will be responsible for the development, production and review of management reports which provide relevant and timely information on the financial performance of the business. This will include, but is not restricted to, the production and review of monthly management accounts, balance sheets (including balance sheet reconciliations), forecasts and budgets.


Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Timely and accurate production of monthly management accounts
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Timely and accurate posting of accounting transactions
  • Monthly P&L variance analysis to ensure all transactions are appropriate and substantiated
  • Completion of balance sheet reconciliations
  • Identification of risks and opportunities
  • Supporting with the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting where necessary
  • Perform ad-hoc analysis as required
  • Collaborate and communicate with other Finance Departments
  • Work effectively with different parts of the organisation to achieve common goals
  • Keep up to date with organisational changes, financial regulations and the market place
  • Respond appropriately to issues requiring confidentiality
  • Interact with Internal and External Auditors


Essential Experience

  • Experience in Month end Accounting
  • Balance Sheet experience
  • Experience in forecasting and budgeting
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


Qualifications

  • Part Qualified or Qualified (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
  • Will consider QBE with relevant experience


Experience Desirable

  • Knowledge of US GAAP


Personal Attributes

  • Effective communicator
  • Highly motivated and driven, achieving positive impact and meeting deadlines
  • Ability to build trust and develop cohesive teams – strong empathy, clear expectations and fair-minded
  • High energy and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment - calm approach and ‘can-do’ attitude
  • Encourages colleagues to realise their potential and empowers high performers
  • Able to use data and numerical detail effectively to inform strategy, measure impact and drive quality
  • Ability to travel within the UK; flexibility to work at home or from a regional office as required, with overnight stays as necessary


Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.


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