Graduate Strategic Finance Analyst

Graduate Strategic Finance Analyst

Full-Time No working from home possible
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  • Join the Strategic Finance team in London

  • Gain broad exposure across FP&A, management reporting, financial modelling, data and dashboarding, strategic analysis and potentially M&A

  • Contribute to finance transformation and wider business projects

  • Use data to answer business questions

  • Build tools and dashboards that improve decision-making

  • Understand business performance

  • Contribute to projects improving how Finance operates


Requirements



  • Strong academic background, ideally a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Computer Science or another analytical/numerate discipline

  • Clear desire to build a long-term career in finance, FP&A or strategic/commercial finance

  • Commitment to studying towards the CIMA professional qualification as part of the graduate programme

  • Strong numerical and analytical capability, with ability to interpret data and identify key messages

  • Strong interest in finance, data and technology

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

  • Interest in Power BI, data visualisation and business intelligence

  • Genuine interest in AI and emerging technologies applied to finance, analysis, reporting and process improvement

  • Commercial curiosity and interest in how businesses operate and make strategic decisions

  • Ability to communicate analysis clearly and concisely verbally and in writing

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to understand the wider commercial picture

  • Proactive, inquisitive and comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions and learning new systems and concepts

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities across recurring finance activities and project-based work

  • Collaborative approach and confidence working with Finance, Technology and wider business colleagues

  • London-based

  • Previous professional finance experience is not required

  • Commitment to completing CIMA is a requirement of the role


Core Competencies


Demonstrates strong numerical and analytical capabilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a commitment to CIMA professional qualification. Capable of building tools and dashboards for data visualisation and strategic analysis to enhance decision-making in finance.


Highest-signal resume keywords



  • Financial Modelling

  • Data Analysis

  • Microsoft Excel

  • Power BI

  • CIMA Qualification


Hard Skills



  • Financial Modelling

  • Data Analysis

  • Numerical Capability

  • Analytical Capability

  • Data Interpretation


Soft Skills



  • Attention to Detail

  • Proactive Approach

  • Collaborative

  • Clear Communication

  • Commercial Curiosity


Certifications & Qualifications



  • CIMA Qualification


Industry Keywords



  • FP&A

  • Finance Transformation

  • Strategic Analysis

  • M&A

  • Business Performance


Tools & Technologies



  • Microsoft Excel

  • Power BI

  • Data Visualization

  • Business Intelligence

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Graduate Strategic Finance Analyst employer: Jobtailor

As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.

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Contact Details:

Jobtailor Recruitment Team