We are working with a fast-moving, multi-site retail and hospitality environment with a strong current focus on process improvement and finance transformation.
They are looking for a practical, delivery-focused Finance Analyst. Your role will be centred on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of planning cycles (primarily Sales and Labour) and partnering with the business on strategic transformation projects. This Finance Analyst role suits someone commercially aware, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to flex between analytical detail and a questioning mindset to challenge existing ways of working.
What you'll be doing
Tools, models & process improvement
Design and build financial models and tools to support planning and decision-making
Work with large datasets, including understanding cost allocation methodologies
Build scalable, standardised processes to improve consistency and efficiency
Automate manual activities where possible
Support dashboard/reporting development and work with data/BI teams on data quality
Transformation & value delivery
Partner on transformation projects from concept through to delivery
Build business cases including financial modelling and benefit tracking
Define success measures/KPIs and track delivery of benefits vs plan
Constructively test assumptions to ensure initiatives deliver real value
Performance tracking & insight
Own business cases with clearly defined benefits
Report on benefits delivered vs business case (financial and operational)
Translate complex data into simple, commercial messages for stakeholders
Planning, forecasting & reporting
Support annual budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning
Deliver variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year
Support executive-level reporting and ad hoc strategic analysis
Business partnering
Build relationships with Commercial, Marketing and Purchasing teams
Provide financial guidance and challenge to support decision-making
What we're looking for
Strong experience in Finance Business Partnering or FP&A
Proven financial modelling and analysis experience
A genuine passion for driving change, with experience supporting business change/transformation
Strong stakeholder management, able to influence senior leaders
Ability to simplify complex problems and communicate clearly
Experience building planning tools or performance dashboards
Exposure to process automation or system implementation
Knowledge of BI tools (e.g. Power BI) Finance Analyst employer: COREcruitment
As a Luxury Hotel Events Operations Lead in London, you will thrive in a vibrant and dynamic work culture that prioritises excellence and creativity. The company offers competitive salaries reflective of luxury hospitality standards, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a prestigious environment. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation, ensuring every event is a memorable experience for guests.
