Finance Analyst (12 month contract)

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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