Finance And Business Analyst

Finance & Business AnalystYstrad Mynach37.5 hours per week (8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday)Up to £30k negotiable depending on experience

Job Overview:We are seeking a motivated and confident Finance & Business Analyst to join our finance team. This role presents excellent opportunities for career progression and personal growth within a fast-growing manufacturing start-up. The successful candidate will gain exposure to all areas of finance and broader business operations, making it an ideal opportunity for an analytical and well-rounded professional.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Business Analytics & Reporting including developing dashboards and reports on key production, waste and sales data. Perform further analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
2. Costing & Pricing including development and maintenance of complex costing models to support pricing strategies, detailed cost analysis to ensure profitability optimisation and periodically updating standard costings.
3. Financial Planning & Analysis including supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis process and performing variance analysis, providing explanations for deviations from budget.
4. Accounting & Other Month End Responsibilities including reconciliations, journal entries, supporting internal controls and assist with preparation of financial and management reports.

Qualifications & Skills Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
2. Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
3. Good interpersonal skills are essential; the ideal candidate will be required to communicate regularly with personnel at all levels in the company.
4. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently on multiple projects/tasks at one time.
5. Understanding of financial statements, costing principles, and budgeting/forecasting.
6. Proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools and ERP systems is a big plus.
7. Ability to build effective working relations within all areas of the business, as well as deal with suppliers and customers in a professional manner.

Essential Attributes & Skills:

1. Intelligence & Analytical Ability– Strong problem-solving skills with a logical, data-driven mindset.– Ability to quickly grasp financial concepts and business operations.– High level of numeracy and attention to detail.
2. Confident & Clear Communication– Confidence in interacting with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.– Ability to present financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.– Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of influencing decisions.
3. Determination & Resilience– A proactive attitude with a strong work ethic.– Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.– Resilient and adaptable, with a willingness to take on challenges.
4. Ambition for Rapid Career Growth– Strong desire to develop quickly within the company.– Eager to take on responsibility and contribute to business growth.– Open to mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.
5. Financial & Business Acumen– Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.– Ability to interpret financial statements and key business metrics.– Awareness of commercial drivers in a manufacturing/start-up environment.
6. Technological Proficiency– Excel and financial modelling skills.– Familiarity with ERP systems, Power BI, or other data analytics tools (desirable).– Comfortable learning and using new technologies to improve processes.

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