IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst - UK based

IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst - UK based

Posted 2 days ago by Gigged.AI

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Summary: The IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst role at Gigged.AI involves transforming IT financial management through automation and data visualization. The position focuses on automating data flows, streamlining reporting processes, and enhancing financial transparency using tools like Power BI and Power Automate. The analyst will collaborate with various teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and supplier management. This is a remote position based in the UK, classified as outside IR35 pending final determination.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Automate the collection and consolidation of actual spend data from Sun accounting software.
  • Develop automated variance reports (actuals vs. budget) to enhance financial transparency.
  • Create and maintain a forecast tracking system that updates dynamically throughout the year.
  • Build interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to provide real-time visibility into IT financial performance.
  • Streamline month-end reporting processes to reduce manual work and improve accuracy.
  • Manage a portfolio of ~300 supplier contracts, including renewal dates and multi-year financial phasing.
  • Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Procurement teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment with business goals.

Key Skills:

  • Strong experience with Power BI, Power Automate, and Excel (advanced).
  • Experience working with Sun accounting software or similar ERP/finance systems.
  • Proven ability to automate and optimise financial reporting processes.
  • Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Background in IT finance or technology environments (nice to have).
  • Experience with SQL, DAX, or other data modeling tools (nice to have).
  • Familiarity with supplier management and contract tracking (nice to have).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Gigged.AI is a freelance talent marketplace specialising in the IT and technology sector. We have an opportunity live at the moment with one of our clients for a IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst based in the UK. If interested then you must submit a proposal through the Gigged.AI website for this gig. You can do so here - https://app.gigged.ai/

IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst

Location: Remote

IR35: Outside (pending final determination)

We would look to discuss your approach, with a discovery phase within the interview to kick us off and work together in forming a cohesive plan prior to work starting. Need guidance on effort required/budget.

We’re looking for an experienced IT Finance & Data Automation Analyst to help us transform how we manage, report, and forecast our IT financials. You’ll play a key role in automating data flows, streamlining reporting, and providing real-time visibility into our IT spend and supplier landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to combine financial insight with automation tools like Power BI and Power Automate, delivering smarter, faster, and more accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Automate the collection and consolidation of actual spend data from Sun accounting software.
  • Develop automated variance reports (actuals vs. budget) to enhance financial transparency.
  • Create and maintain a forecast tracking system that updates dynamically throughout the year.
  • Build interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to provide real-time visibility into IT financial performance.
  • Streamline month-end reporting processes to reduce manual work and improve accuracy.
  • Manage a portfolio of ~300 supplier contracts, including renewal dates and multi-year financial phasing.
  • Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Procurement teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment with business goals.

About You

You’re detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about using automation and data visualization to improve financial decision-making. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy taking ownership of processes from design to delivery.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Strong experience with Power BI, Power Automate, and Excel (advanced).
  • Experience working with Sun accounting software or similar ERP/finance systems.
  • Proven ability to automate and optimise financial reporting processes.
  • Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

  • Background in IT finance or technology environments.
  • Experience with SQL, DAX, or other data modeling tools.
  • Familiarity with supplier management and contract tracking.
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