Location: Hybrid (minimum 20% on-site in our Oxford office)
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About Us
We’re Nominet – a world-leading domain name registry operating at the heart of the UK internet. While we're best known for running .UK domains, we also help to protect public services from cyber threat. As a public benefit company, our work has a positive impact on society. We’ve donated millions to projects that use technology to improve people’s lives and have committed to delivering £60m worth of support over the next three years.
We’re also already a Carbon Neutral company and we’re committed to helping the UK reach Net Zero by 2050.
About the role
As a Finance Analyst within a small Finance Department, you will play a critical role in providing financial analysis and support primarily (but not exclusively) to Technology Function and the Technology Finance Business Partner (new position), and various stakeholders within Nominet. Your primary responsibility will be conducting financial analysis, preparing reports, and providing insights to support decision-making and financial planning.
1. Financial Analysis and Reporting:
o Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.
o Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and financial performance metrics.
o Perform month end and year end closing activities, including journal entries primarily (but not exclusively) relating to Technology Function (required for accurate profitability, project and contract reporting).
2. Budgeting and Forecasting:
o Assist in the development of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans for assigned business units.
o Monitor actual performance against budget/forecast, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
o Assist with system enhancements and implementation of financial software/tools.
3. Financial Performance Management:
o Monitor key financial performance indicators and provide analysis and insights on business unit performance.
o Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate them effectively to the relevant stakeholders.
o Evaluate the financial impact of proposed projects, initiatives, new contracts (bids) and capex investments (business cases).
4. Stakeholder Management:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business unit leaders and department heads.
o Assist in the preparation of presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
o Collaborate with finance accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial information is provided to stakeholders.
o Support ad-hoc initiatives and projects as required.
Interpersonal skills
* Self-starter who takes responsibility for all aspects of the role to deliver within required timelines.
* Strong attention to detail, continuous improvement mindset.
* Able to communicate clearly and work collaboratively across departments.
* Takes an active role in personal development for self.
About you and your experience
* Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
* Working towards a professional certification such as ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
* Experience as a finance analyst or similar role (Technology industry-specific experience is a plus).
* Strong proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and Microsoft Excel.
* Familiarity with financial software and ERP systems (e.g. Oracle NetSuite).
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective communication and presentation abilities.
* Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
* Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.
* Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
What we offer
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the ability to purchase an additional 5 days.
* Bupa private healthcare + Employee Assistance Programme.
* Electric vehicle scheme with on-site charging points.
* Rewards platform with access to discounts at hundreds of shops, restaurants etc.
* MediCash discounts on routine healthcare including optical, dental and much more.
* Company and individual performance-based annual bonus.
Please note, all roles working for Nominet will be subject to a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check. Some roles will require additional security clearance due to the nature of their work.
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