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Finance Analyst

Michael Page Finance
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 8PE

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Finance Analyst at a large retail organization in Blackburn, offering a competitive salary between £35k and £45k depending on experience.
  • The role involves analyzing financial data, creating financial models, and supporting decision-making processes within the company.
  • Candidates should have a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with proven work experience as a Finance Analyst.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and financial software is required, as well as excellent analytical and communication skills.
  • The company promotes a positive work environment with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Are you a driven and detail-oriented Finance Analyst looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a global business? As a Finance Analyst, you'll play a key role in driving business performance, offering valuable insights, and supporting decision-making processes within a leading international company.

Client Details

Our client is a large organisation operating within the retail sector. With a substantial workforce, they have a significant market presence in Blackburn and are renowned for their commitment to employee development and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

Description

You will be responsible for:

  • Analyse financial data and create financial models for decision support.
  • Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews.
  • Work alongside the project team to track and analyse project performance and strategy.
  • Conduct market research and analyse trends to support the projects.
  • Develop financial projections and build financial models.
  • Improve financial status by analysing results, monitoring variances, identifying trends and recommending actions to management.
  • Coordinate with other team members working on the same project.
  • Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.

Profile

A successful Finance Analyst should have:

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • Proven work experience as a Finance Analyst.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel and financial software applications.
  • Understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices.
  • Excellent analytical, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Job Offer

If you are successful you will be entitled to:

  • A competitive salary ranging from £35k to £45k DOE
  • A positive, inclusive and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the retail industry.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Located in the vibrant city of Blackburn.
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Staff discount

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.