Job Title: Finance AnalystLocation: SurreyContract Duration: 6 MonthsRate: £300 - £350 per day (Inside IR35)
Job Description:We are looking for a skilled Finance Analyst to join a local council’s finance team on a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will support the council in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring that financial data is accurate and aligned with strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
* Analyse financial performance, identify trends, and provide insights to support decision-making.
* Provide financial support to various departments, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints.
* Prepare detailed financial models to forecast expenditure and revenue.
* Support the monthly and quarterly financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
* Assist in the preparation of reports for senior management and stakeholders.
* Monitor financial compliance with council policies and relevant regulations.
Essential Skills & Experience:
1. Strong experience in financial analysis, ideally within a public sector or local government environment.
2. Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills (e.g., data modelling, pivot tabl...