Junior Finance Analyst
Posted 1 day ago by Brookwood Recruitment Ltd
£37 Per hour
Inside
Hybrid
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Junior Finance Analyst role is an opportunity to join a global tech organization within its FP&A department, focusing on the ground transportation sector. The position involves budgeting, forecasting, and trading analysis to influence business performance. Candidates will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating across teams to provide insights and support strategic decisions. This is a 6-month contract with potential extensions, requiring 37.5 hours of work per week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in extracting, transforming, and presenting financial data for stakeholder insights.
- Support key reporting processes, monitor trading performance, and conduct variance analysis.
- Collaborate across teams to understand market trends and contribute to quarterly forecasts.
- Oversee rebate modelling to shape strategic decisions and foster continuous improvement.
Key Skills:
- Pursuing or completed a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
- Strong command of Excel and Google Suite tools.
- Basic knowledge of SAP, especially for month-end reconciliations.
- Analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven insights.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Commercial awareness and curiosity about industry trends.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with confidence in presenting findings.
Salary (Rate): £36.50 hourly
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Finance
Junior Finance Analyst
We are supporting a global tech organisation, which is a household name. 6 months with expectations of extensions- 37.5 hours per week – £36.50 Inside IR35 per hour - £273.75 Inside IR35 per day – 2 days per week in the Manchester office
Are you an aspiring finance professional eager to make an impact within a dynamic, international environment? Join our team as a Junior Finance Analyst and become a vital part of our forward-thinking FP&A department, supporting the ground transportation sector of a globally recognised travel company. In this role, you'll dive into budgeting, forecasting, and trading analysis, directly influencing business performance and decision-making in a fast-paced, innovative setting.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in extracting, transforming, and presenting financial data to enable clear insights for stakeholders.
- Support key reporting processes, monitor trading performance, and conduct variance analysis to identify opportunities and risks.
- Collaborate across teams to understand market trends, contribute to quarterly forecasts, and oversee rebate modelling.
- Your work will help shape strategic decisions and foster continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving industry.
Required Skills:
- Pursuing or completed a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent
- Strong command of Excel and Google Suite tools
- Basic knowledge of SAP, especially for month-end reconciliations
- Analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven insights
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Commercial awareness and curiosity about industry trends
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with confidence in presenting findings
Nice to Have Skills:
- Hands-on experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools
- Exposure to finance within the travel or transportation sectors
- Additional language skills
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Studying towards or completed a relevant finance or accounting qualification
- Some experience or internship in financial analysis or FP&A roles is advantageous
Other Requirements:
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning
- Willingness to evolve with industry trends and take on additional responsibilities as they arise
Take the next step in your finance career by joining a vibrant, performance-driven team that values innovation and integrity. Apply now and grow with us as we shape the future of ground transportation travel!