Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
Finance Analyst Watford, Hertfordshire – Flexible Hybrid Working (2 days in the office / 3 days WFH) £47,000 – £52,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus + Great Benefits Package
The Role
This is a varied and hands-on role offering exposure across multiple areas of financial planning and analysis, working closely with stakeholders across the business to support decision-making and drive performance.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working with large, complex datasets across multiple entities and will have a strong eye for detail, excellent analytical skills, and the confidence to challenge and investigate financial performance.
Key Responsibilities: * Prepare and analyse monthly management reporting and variance analysis * Support budgeting, forecasting and planning processes * Deliver insightful reporting across overheads, revenue and cost centres * Analyse complex financial and operational data from multiple business entities * Produce regular and ad hoc performance reports for senior stakeholders * Develop and enhance financial models and reporting tools * Identify trends, risks and opportunities through detailed analysis * Support the continued improvement of reporting processes and data quality * Assist with KPI reporting and performance dashboards * Work closely with budget holders and operational teams to provide financial insight
Applicant Must Have the Following: * Previous experience as a Finance Analyst or within an FP&A function * Strong systems and analytical capability * Advanced Excel skills are essential * Experience of Power BI and dashboard reporting would be advantageous * Comfortable working with large volumes of complex data * Excellent attention to detail and a highly organised approach * Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly * Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) preferred, although strong qualified by experience candidates will also be considered
Package * £47,000 – £52,000 depending on experience * Performance-related bonus (Circa 10%) * Excellent benefits package after qualifying period * Flexible hybrid working (2 days in the office) * Opportunity to work within a collaborative, supportive finance team
*Please ensure the following is added to your CV or Cover Letter* – Current Salary (or previous) – Location & Postcode – Notice Period – Your current right to work status in the UK – Please note that the client is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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