Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
Bristol based business
Your new role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This role sits at the heart of Supply Chain & Operations, providing key financial insights and commercial support across multiple business functions.You will act as a trusted finance partner, working closely with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams. This is a fantastic chance to develop your analytical, business partnering, and reporting skills in a highly collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Performance & Analysis
- Prepare and analyse monthly slow-moving inventory reports, identifying risks and trends to support decision-making
- Deliver inventory reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis, including root cause investigations
- Partner with Supply Chain and Commercial teams across multiple locations to provide actionable insights
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes for costs
- Assist with value creation tracking and performance reporting initiatives
- Support month-end reporting, including data validation and variance analysis
- Maintain and update customer pricing files accurately and on time
- Contribute to ad hoc projects such as cost analysis, contract support, and process improvements
Governance & Controls
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within systems
- Support balance sheet reconciliations and timely resolution of discrepancies
- Assist with year-end activities and audit requirements
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
- Working towards (or recently completed) a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- 1-3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role
- Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex data
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
- Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset
What you'll get in return
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
- Early Friday finishes
- Modern Bristol office location
- Learning and development opportunities
- Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programmes
- Additional lifestyle and retail discounts
What you need to do now
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