Finance & Business Analyst
Ystrad Mynach
37.5 hours per week (8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday)
Up to £30k negotiable depending on experience
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and confident Finance & Business Analyst to join our finance team. This role presents excellent opportunities for career progression and personal growth within a fast-growing manufacturing start-up. The successful candidate will gain exposure to all areas of finance and broader business operations, making it an ideal opportunity for an analytical and well-rounded professional.
Main Responsibilities:
• Business Analytics & Reporting including developing dashboards and reports on key production, waste and sales data. Perform further analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Costing & Pricing including development and maintenance of complex costing models to support pricing strategies, detailed cost analysis to ensure profitability optimisation and periodically updating standard costings.
• Financial Planning & Analysis including supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis process and performing variance analysis, providing explanations for deviations from budget.
• Accounting & Other Month End Responsibilities including reconciliations, journal entries, supporting internal controls and assist with preparation of financial and management reports.
Qualifications & Skills Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills are essential; the ideal candidate will be required to communicate regularly with personnel at all levels in the company.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently on multiple projects/tasks at one time.
• Understanding of financial statements, costing principles, and budgeting/forecasting.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools and ERP systems is a big plus.
• Ability to build effective working relations within all areas of the business, as well as deal with suppliers and customers in a professional manner.
Essential Attributes & Skills:
1. Intelligence & Analytical Ability
- Strong problem-solving skills with a logical, data-driven mindset.
- Ability to quickly grasp financial concepts and business operations.
- High level of numeracy and attention to detail.
2. Confident & Clear Communication
- Confidence in interacting with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to present financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing decisions.
3. Determination & Resilience
- A proactive attitude with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Resilient and adaptable, with a willingness to take on challenges.
4. Ambition for Rapid Career Growth
- Strong desire to develop quickly within the company.
- Eager to take on responsibility and contribute to business growth.
- Open to mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.
5. Financial & Business Acumen
- Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Ability to interpret financial statements and key business metrics.
- Awareness of commercial drivers in a manufacturing/start-up environment.
6. Technological Proficiency
- Excel and financial modelling skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, Power BI, or other data analytics tools (desirable).
- Comfortable learning and using new technologies to improve processes