Finance & Business Analyst Ystrad Mynach 37.5 hours per week (8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday) Up to £30k negotiable depending on experience Job Overview: We are seeking a motivated and confident Finance & Business Analyst to join our finance team. This role presents excellent opportunities for career progression and personal growth within a fast-growing manufacturing start-up. The successful candidate will gain exposure to all areas of finance and broader business operations, making it an ideal opportunity for an analytical and well-rounded professional. Main Responsibilities: • Business Analytics & Reporting including developing dashboards and reports on key production, waste and sales data. Perform further analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights to stakeholders. • Costing & Pricing including development and maintenance of complex costing models to support pricing strategies, detailed cost analysis to ensure profitability optimisation and periodically updating standard costings. • Financial Planning & Analysis including supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis process and performing variance analysis, providing explanations for deviations from budget. • Accounting & Other Month End Responsibilities including reconciliations, journal entries, supporting internal controls and assist with preparation of financial and management reports. Qualifications & Skills Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field • Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. • Good interpersonal skills are essential; the ideal candidate will be required to communicate regularly with personnel at all levels in the company. • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently on multiple projects/tasks at one time. • Understanding of financial statements, costing principles, and budgeting/forecasting. • Proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools and ERP systems is a big plus. • Ability to build effective working relations within all areas of the business, as well as deal with suppliers and customers in a professional manner. Essential Attributes & Skills: 1. Intelligence & Analytical Ability - Strong problem-solving skills with a logical, data-driven mindset. - Ability to quickly grasp financial concepts and business operations. - High level of numeracy and attention to detail. 2. Confident & Clear Communication - Confidence in interacting with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. - Ability to present financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing decisions. 3. Determination & Resilience - A proactive attitude with a strong work ethic. - Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Resilient and adaptable, with a willingness to take on challenges. 4. Ambition for Rapid Career Growth - Strong desire to develop quickly within the company. - Eager to take on responsibility and contribute to business growth. - Open to mentorship and continuous learning opportunities. 5. Financial & Business Acumen - Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. - Ability to interpret financial statements and key business metrics. - Awareness of commercial drivers in a manufacturing/start-up environment. 6. Technological Proficiency - Excel and financial modelling skills. - Familiarity with ERP systems, Power BI, or other data analytics tools (desirable). - Comfortable learning and using new technologies to improve processes