Finance Analyst

CMA is very pleased to be supporting a long-term client of ours in the recruitment of a Finance Analyst. They are a global leader in their sector of manufacturing and are seeking a talented and motivated Finance Analyst to join their Finance team at the Hedge End location in Southampton.

As a Finance Analyst, you will be instrumental in supporting the financial management of the UK R&D and manufacturing subsidiary. Reporting directly to the Finance Business & Planning Manager, you’ll have a significant impact on new product introductions and the company’s overall growth strategy.

What will the Finance Analyst role involve?

• Product Cost Management: Estimating, tracking, and analysing product costs, including those for new product launches.

• Inventory Management: Reconciling inventory, reporting, and analysing variances, along with overseeing the annual stock take.

• Operational Support: Providing business partnering support to the Operations function, challenging overhead costs, and driving improvements.

• Investment Analysis: Conducting investment analysis for new products and major capital projects.

• Financial Reporting: Managing intra-group transfer pricing, cost allocations, and completing month-end processes with detailed KPI reporting to the parent company.

• Project Work: Engaging in various analytical projects to support business decisions

• Strong data analysis and presentational skills

• Ability to interact cross functionally and build strong working relationships with Operational leaders

• Preferable:

• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing organisation

• 1-3 years’ experience in a management/cost accounting role/Financial Analysis role.

• Ability to work from home up to 2 days per week.

• Flexible working hours

• Friendly and vibrant atmosphere.

• 8x Death in service

• Health Insurance

• Income protection

• Dental Cover

• Professional institute membership fees covered

• 25 days annual leave

• Buy and sell holiday