Finance Analyst
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
Location: Blackburn
Our client is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Finance Analyst to support their North West based business situated in a wider, global group. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the group's recent acquisition of which you will play a crucial role in supporting various financial regulatory, reporting, and accounting duties.
Your expertise will be instrumental in implementing standards and processes, contributing to the future development of the company to deliver on their growth strategy.
What you'll do:
* Analyse and interpret historical and current financial data to understand the Company’s financial status.
* Perform trend analysis from historical performance, forecast future performance, and provide actionable insights for operational efficiency.
* Prepare requests for both financial and non-financial information and adhere to group requirements for consolidation.
* Analyse existing processes to identify gaps and collaborate with relevant departments to implement and improve processes and enable data capture.
* Prepare reports and financial information to ensure compliance with internal audit requirements.
* Create and implement performance reporting across both manufacturing and assembly sites and liaise with department leaders suggesting improvements.
* Establish policies and procedures for cost analysis and recommend actions to senior management and departmental leaders.
* Develop automated accounting programs to help increase productivity and business efficiency.
* Develop financial models to support planning, budgeting, and forecasting, through aggregating and interpreting large amounts of complex data.
What you bring:
* Chartered Accountant CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification is required.
* Proficiency in spreadsheets, large datasets, database management is necessary. Knowledge of SAP Business One is highly desirable.
* Excellent reporting, presenting, and communication skills are needed.
* Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required.
* Strategic thinking and organisational skills are crucial.
* Proven analytical and financial modelling skills are necessary.
* Experience conducting reviews and evaluations to produce cause-and-effect reports is beneficial.
* Ability to produce accurate reports to specific deadlines is essential.
What sets this company apart:
Our client is a global leader within their field due to their dedication to innovation and problem-solving. They also offer fantastic packages to their employees, including an excellent pension, as well as a nurturing environment for their staff in which they can gain exposure to plenty of opportunities across the group.
What's next:
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now!
About the job:
Contract Type: CONTRACTOR
Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Job Reference: CM8TSH-1AEEF0A0
Date posted: 22 April 2025
Consultant: Jake Bain
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