Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Manchester City Centre - Hybrid following initial training

Up to £60,000 DOE

I am delighted to be partnered with a professional services firm based in Manchester City Centre in their search for a Financial Analyst to join their award winning FP&A Team.

This role will play a crucial part in their financial planning and analysis, helping to drive strategic decisions by providing key insights into our performance, with a specific focus on schemes.

Key Duties

• Build intermediate to advanced financial models from the ground up to support scenario and sensitivity analysis for various financial outcomes.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to prepare accurate financial forecasts and annual budgets, ensuring alignment with regional analysts.
• Analyse monthly actuals against budgets and forecasts. Develop a deep understanding of key drivers, such as volume, rate & mix and customer economics, to provide clear explanations for variances.
• Gain an understanding of contractual obligations with schemes to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve and automate current reporting processes. Demonstrate an openness to new ideas and a willingness to implement process changes that increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Accurately reconcile scheme volumes to ensure precise invoicing of schemes and proper accrual of associated fees and incentives.

About You

• Qualified Accountant
• A fundamental understanding of core financial concepts, including P&L and balance sheets and accrual accounting.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to create complex financial models and manipulate large datasets.

This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, modeling, and process improvement from day one. You will be part of a supportive team that values innovation and professional development. If you are passionate about finance and ready to start a rewarding career, apply now!

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates