Group Finance Analyst

Group Finance Analyst at VISTRY GROUP We have a great opportunity for a skilled and detail-oriented Finance Analyst to join our Financial Reporting team within Vistry Services, at our Devonshire Square office in London. The Financial Reporting team manages the production of the consolidated financial information for the annual report and accounts, the financial statements for the Group’s subsidiaries, and the reporting and budgeting for central service functions. The Finance Analyst will play a key role in enhancing the Group’s financial reporting processes, partnering with regions and department heads, and managing relationships with the Group’s external auditors to help deliver timely and accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Key Responsibilities External Reporting – supporting the Group Finance Manager in the preparation of the Group’s external results for both the Half Year and Full Year, whilst working closely with the external auditors and other relevant stakeholders across the business from planning to completion. Financial Statement production – supporting the Group Finance Manager in the preparation and external audit of the subsidiary statutory accounts, including partnering with all stakeholders to ensure the accounts are prepared, audited, reviewed, and filed on time. Business Partnering – Building relationships with regional Finance teams through regular communication and assistance with their preparation of information required for Group submissions. Building relationships with department heads including IT, HR, Legal and Cosec to deliver meaningful variance analysis vs budget and support the annual budgeting process. Supporting the month‑end close process for central services, including balance sheet reconciliations and management reporting. Supporting the monthly Group consolidation process. Supporting finance projects that drive continuous improvement throughout the wider Group. Technical accounting support – providing ad hoc support to the divisional and regional finance teams into technical accounting areas and group accounting policy. Process improvement – reviewing the existing financial reporting processes, suggesting improvements and overseeing the implementation of these improvements from start to finish. Finance transformation projects – adding value by supporting the Director of Financial Reporting with projects that drive continuous improvement throughout the wider Group. Qualifications Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality. ACA/ACCA professional qualification or equivalent international qualification. Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements under IFRS, FRS 101 and FRS 102. Comfortable interpreting and applying accounting standards. Excellent organisational skills with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in line with strict deadlines. Strong communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience working with or for external auditors. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs. High level of attention to detail. Ability and confidence to challenge. Initiative and a drive to succeed. Benefits Competitive basic salary and annual bonus. Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees. Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to up to 39 days with service. 2 Volunteering days per annum. Private medical insurance, with employee‑paid cover. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice. Life assurance at 4× your annual salary. Share save and share incentive schemes. Employee rewards portal with many more benefits. About Vistry We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award‑winning employer means we live each day through our ethos – doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. We shape all we do, empowering us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership‑led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five‑star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level; Employment type: Full‑time; Job function: Finance and Sales; Industries: Construction. #J-18808-Ljbffr