Senior Financial Analyst

We are seeking a Commercial Financial Analyst to join our Finance team, reporting into the Head of Finance (Claims). This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact by bringing financial insights and expertise to our Claims operations. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with a knack for financial modelling and variance analysis. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business, supporting strategic decisions with your analytical skills and inquisitive approach.

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 Depending on experience

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9am to 5:30pm

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent – on a Hybrid basis

What you will be doing:

1. Build and maintain financial models to support decision-making and business cases.
2. Deliver month-end reporting requirements, with insightful variance commentary and analysis to Heads of Department.
3. Ongoing tracking of spend, measuring the effectiveness of initiatives and business cases, and highlighting in a timely manner any potential opportunities or risks.
4. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs, challenge assumptions, and provide actionable financial insights.
5. Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities within claims financial data, and present recommendations to senior management.
6. Support ad hoc projects and analyses to drive efficiencies and improve financial outcomes.

What we are looking for:

1. 5+ years of experience in an analyst or similar role would be advantageous. Any degree or professional qualification is nice but honestly makes the candidate cost more for relatively not a whole lot more benefit.
2. Proven experience in financial analysis, modelling, and forecasting, ideally within insurance, or similar complex financial environment.
3. Strong understanding of accruals, budgeting, and tracking expenses.
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to simplify complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders.
5. Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge and influence decisions.
6. Advanced proficiency in Excel, comfortable working with large data sets, and the ability to extract key information from financial systems.
7. A self-starter who thrives in an environment where outside-the-box thinking is encouraged and can effectively manage their time.
8. Inquisitive and curious, with a willingness to ask challenging or clarifying questions to uncover hidden insights.
9. Results-driven and committed to achieving success in every aspect of the role.
10. Comfortable with ambiguity and able to approach problems with a creative and analytical mindset.
11. Collaborative and personable, with excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders across all levels.

Why Acorn Insurance?

Acorn Insurance wants to give you more than a job; we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the “your tomorrow” benefits you will receive include:

1. Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays).
2. Additional Buy & Sell Holidays.
3. Company Sick Pay Scheme.
4. Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave.
5. Generous Company Pension Scheme.
6. A comprehensive Mental Health support system via the health assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
7. A wide network of mental health first aiders.
8. Our very own reward and discount platform “Your tomorrow”.
9. Fresh fruit deliveries twice a week.
10. £250 Refer a friend bonus.
11. Cycle to work scheme.
12. Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames.
13. Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes.
14. Charity fundraising events.

The Acorn Group is a Great Place to Work 2024/5.

A record number of Acorn employees completed the survey. The results overwhelmingly revealed that the group is welcoming, supportive, and a great place to forge a career.

All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks; any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.

Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/Post-study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.

At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

Other details

1. Pay Type Salary
2. Min Hiring Rate £40,000.00
3. Max Hiring Rate £50,000.00

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