Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst Salary £33,082.04 a year Location Stoke-on-Trent Hours per week 35 Contract type Permanent As part of the Group’s continued growth and development, we are strengthening our finance function to ensure we have the insight, capacity and support needed to deliver our ambitions. This role reflects an exciting period of growth for the organisation and will play an important part in helping managers make informed decisions, improve performance and ensure we continue to deliver value for money across the business. You'll support the Finance Business Partners by acting as a first point of contact for managers across the business. You will support day-to-day business and project decisions by providing financial insight, analysing past and current financial data, assessing trends, and reviewing financial performance to improve efficiency and value for money. Additionally, you'll be analysing variances and performance trends, explaining the “why” not just the “what”. What you’ll do: * Build strong relationships with internal partners and understand their priorities. * Provide accurate and timely management accounts and data-led insight to support decision-making, performance and efficiency. * Support budget holders with budgeting, planning, forecasting and cost control. * Advise budget holders on financial compliance and controls. * Maintain accurate financial records through reconciliations and effective control measures. Who you are: * You will have strong collaborative working and communication skills. * Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. * Recognise accounting technician qualification or significant relevant experience. * Have strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-support skills. * Be adaptable, proactive and committed to maintaining accurate records and compliance. Apply now! We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications