Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst

Posted 4 days ago by HAYS

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London, UK
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Summary: A media company in London is seeking a Finance Analyst for a 5-month contract. The role involves analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing strategic insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. This position offers flexible working options with a hybrid policy of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyse financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and profitability trends.
  • Prepare detailed financial models to support business forecasting and decision-making.
  • Generate accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets.
  • Develop and maintain financial forecasts to assess future performance and risks.
  • Provide variance analysis to explain differences between actual results and forecasts.
  • Evaluate business opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and investment proposals.
  • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommend strategies to improve financial outcomes.
  • Conduct market research to benchmark financial performance against industry standards.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, sales, and marketing, to align financial goals with business strategies.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior management in a clear and concise manner.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and internal controls.
  • Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Key Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of experience in a finance or analytical role.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
  • Familiarity with financial software tools (eg, SAP Power BI).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (preferred but not essential).

Salary (Rate): £42,000 yearly

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

A media company in London is looking for a Finance Analyst to join their team on a 5-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in analysing financial data, preparing reports, and delivering actionable insights. Your responsibilities will include:
Financial Analysis and Reporting:

  • Analyse financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and profitability trends.
  • Prepare detailed financial models to support business forecasting and decision-making.
  • Generate accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets.
  • Develop and maintain financial forecasts to assess future performance and risks.
  • Provide variance analysis to explain differences between actual results and forecasts.
Strategic Insights:
  • Evaluate business opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and investment proposals.
  • Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommend strategies to improve financial outcomes.
  • Conduct market research to benchmark financial performance against industry standards.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, sales, and marketing, to align financial goals with business strategies.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior management in a clear and concise manner.
Compliance and Process Improvement:
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies, and internal controls.
  • Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of experience in a finance or analytical role.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
  • Familiarity with financial software tools (eg, SAP Power BI).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (preferred but not essential).

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
Hybrid policy 3/2
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