Finance Analyst - Page Personnel Finance : Job Details

We're looking for a diligent Finance Analyst who will contribute to our client's financial well-being by providing accurate data-driven insights. The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing financial performance, forecasting future performance and assisting with strategic decision-making.

Client Details

Our client is a leading retail organisation based in Portsmouth. They are well-established in the industry and offer a range of high-quality products to a broad customer base.

Description

• Analyse financial data and create financial models for decision support.
• Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews.
• Analyse past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analysing actual results with plans and forecasts.
• Guide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards.
• Gain and update job knowledge to remain informed about novelty in the field.

Profile

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

• A degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Strong Excel skills, particularly advanced formulas and pivot tables.
• Strong analytical and data gathering skills.
• Good business acumen.
• Strong understanding of retail industry practices and trends.
• Experience using financial software and databases.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £31,500 to £38,500 per annum.
• Generous holiday leave.
• A supportive company culture that values employee growth and development.
• The chance to be a part of a leading retail company based in Portsmouth.

We encourage all candidates with the right skills and mindset to apply and look forward to welcoming our new Finance Analyst.