Finance Analyst (Databricks and SQL)
Location: Leicester, 4 days a week in-office
I am working with a large, well-established retailer who is looking for a Finance Analyst to join their Cash Accounting team. This role is critical in driving payment optimization strategies, working with tens of millions in P&L and third-party payment providers like Amex. As the sole dedicated analyst, you will play a key role in spearheading insight production, enabling smarter financial decisions and optimizing payment methods.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Working closely with non-technical finance stakeholders to deliver clear, data-driven insights.
* Leveraging SQL and Databricks to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
* Developing and automating financial reports, streamlining manual processes for efficiency.
* Performing ad hoc analysis to support decision-making and improve financial performance.
* Creating compelling data visualizations to enhance finance reporting.
What We’re Looking For:
* 3-4 years of experience in a finance/data analytics role.
* Strong SQL and Databricks skills for data analysis and reporting.
* Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
* Experience handling large datasets, optimizing payment methods, and improving financial processes.
* Strong data visualization skills, with experience in Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
* Self-starter who thrives in an autonomous role with a high level of ownership.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Analyst
Industries
Retail
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