Finance Analyst – Reporting and Planning

Your role as Finance Analyst - Reporting and Planning...

• Own the production of, or support production of, specific elements of reporting for an area of the business, including weekly, periodic, quarterly, annual and ad hoc reporting as required.  This will include financial and some non-financial reporting as required.  Reporting should be accompanied, where appropriate, with top line commentary, including but not limited to explanation of key variances to expectations. 
• Support the Finance Reporting and Planning - Manager in ensuring the integrity of the period end close process including reviewing the outturn and the preparation of journals, accruals and pre-payments.
• Support the production of elements of the budget, forecasting and strategic planning process for an area of the business, working with the budget holders to achieve an accurate forecast. 
• Support the Finance Reporting and Planning - Manager in acting as a first line business partner to an area of the business, striking a balance between service, efficiency and standardisation. 
• Support the Finance Reporting and Planning - Manager in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of data and reports, by applying quality checks, validation processes, and data governance and control standards.  
• Support ad-hoc projects, analysis and insight as required. 

The role will interface across the Group, supporting first line business partnering for the key outputs of the finance function. It will be essential to balance customer service with efficiency.

What you'll bring...

• Advanced Excel (Macros/VBA are desirable)
• IBM COGNOS Analytics skills desirable or similar reporting systems
• Good PowerPoint and presentation skills. 
• Ability to develop innovative solutions to problems. 
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels within the business, adjusting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience. 
• Ability to prioritise effectively, balancing short term deliverables with long term objectives in order to deliver for the business. 
• Positive attitude with a personal drive to succeed. 
• Experience in financial reporting or analytical roles would be beneficial

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