Job Title: Business Analyst
Contract: 6 month FTC
Location: Lowestoft
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE)
Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Business Analyst to join their dynamic finance team on a 6 month fixed term contract. This role involves preparing financial reports, analysing key metrics, and supporting forecasting and budgeting processes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing insights to drive business performance and improve decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports, analysing key metrics.
Conduct variance analysis to assess financial performance and identify key drivers.
Maintain accurate material and finished goods pricing through regular updates and analysis.
Assist in the month-end and quarter-end close process, including posting necessary accruals and journals.
Develop financial models to support forecasting and scenario planning.
Collaborate with finance and operational teams to enhance data governance and reporting accuracy.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and process optimisation.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
Ideally, you will have a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. We welcome applications from qualified, part-qualified, or qualified-by-experience candidates. You should have a minimum of three years' experience in financial reporting and forecasti...