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About Our Client

Page Personnel is working with a client who collaborates within diverse sectors such as fashion, leisure, health and beauty, home and garden, electrical, gifts, publishing, and entertainment. Our operations encompass numerous sites and involve a team of up to 12,000 colleagues during peak times and 10,000 year-round. Despite our size and geographical dispersion, we foster a close-knit culture, emphasising teamwork and commitment to fulfilling our commitments.

Job Description

The Key Responsibilities for the Finance Analyst to Perform are:

• Financial Analysis: Thoroughly analyse financial statements, metrics, and trends to evaluate the organisation's financial health.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and monitor budgets, plans, and forecasts, providing insights into variances and risks.
• Investment Evaluation: Assess investment opportunities, model finances, and determine potential returns and risks.
• Reporting and Presentation: Prepare and present financial reports, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and analyse market, credit, and operational risks, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Financial Planning and Strategy: Formulate financial plans aligned with business objectives and growth targets.
• Cost Analysis: Analyse cost structures, drivers, and savings opportunities for efficiency and profitability.
• Data Management: Gather, organise, and maintain accurate financial data for analysis and reporting.
• Compliance and Regulation: Stay updated on financial regulations and standards to ensure compliance.

The Successful Applicant

Our client is looking for a Finance Analyst who has:

• Strong Analytical Skills: Crucial for analysing complex financial data, identifying patterns, and drawing insights. Proficiency in financial statement analysis, ratios, and modelling is desirable.
• Solid Financial Knowledge: Essential understanding of finance principles, accounting practices, and markets. Includes regulations, standards, and economic factors.
• Advanced Quantitative Skills: Strong math and statistical abilities for data analysis and accurate interpretation.
• Proficiency in Financial Software: Familiarity with tools like Excel, financial modelling software, and ERP systems for streamlined analysis and reporting.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Exceptional skills to identify and solve financial issues using data-driven decision-making.
• Strong Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication of complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: Essential for accurate financial analysis, data collection, and reporting.

What's on Offer

The successful candidate will have access to the following benefits:

• Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Study Support
• On-site Parking
• Development Opportunities