Finance Analyst in Leicester

This is a 12 month fixed term Finance Analyst role for a business in central Leicester, suitable for a part qualified candidate with prior experience working in an Analytical role with large data sets.

Client Details

My client is a large and highly respected organisation based in central Leicester offering 3 days home working per week.

Description

• The Finance Analyst's duties will include but are not limited to:
• Analyse large volumes of billing data.
• Produce detailed cost, consumption and trend analysis at scheme and portfolio level.
• Develop robust forecasting models and support annual budgeting processes.
• Investigate billing anomalies, data discrepancies and cost recovery opportunities.
• Improve master data, meter records and supplier information.
• Support procurement activity through financial analysis and consumption reporting.
• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, financial control enhancements and wider utility-focused projects.

Profile

• Hold a part qualification in ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Previous experience within a Finance Analyst, Commercial Analyst or Management Accounting role.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query and large dataset analysis.
• Experience investigating financial variances and identifying root causes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Job Offer

• An immediate start
• 12 month fixed term position
• 3 days home working
• 25 days annual leave + BH
• Other voluntary benefits