Finance Analyst Bedford £17 - £19 P/H (DOI) Temporary / Contract - circa 6 months Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Analyst to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a mid-senior level role, ideal for a finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience. A strong fundamental knowledge of Excel is vital to this role, as is Sage 50 experience. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and analyse financial reports, providing insights into trends, variances, and KPI's. Assist in the preparation and presentation of monthly financial forecasts and budgets. Support in providing financial modelling and analysis. Monitor and analyse month on month business performance, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements. Assist in the month-end processes ensuring accurate financial records. Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights and assist with business planning. Assist in the development and refinements of financial policies and procedures. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Finance Analyst or in a similar financial role, ideally within a corporate or business environment. Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with advanced functions such as pivot tables, XLOOKUP, and financial modelling. Experience with financial software - Sage 50 is highly preferred Ability to interpret complex financial data and present findings in a clear and concise manner. Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams. A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. This role doesn't require you to be studying/ qualified with a relevant accounting body, however this is strongly preferred.If you are interested in this role, please do contact Ben Luke-Hall at Investigo, on