Finance Analyst / Senior Analyst (FTC)

DescriptionSenior Financial Analyst - Energy & Land RegenerationAbout the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join Biffa's Energy & Land Regeneration Division as a Senior Financial Analyst, supporting our landfill business. Based in High Wycombe with hybrid working, you'll report to the Finance Business Partner and play a key role in delivering financial insight, robust reporting and commercial support across the division.Working closely with operational and finance teams, you'll help drive informed decision-making through accurate financial planning, management reporting and analysis. You'll also support the delivery of budgets, forecasts and strategic projects, ensuring strong financial governance and controls are maintained across the business.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, influencing business performance and contributing to a business that's helping to create a more sustainable future.Your Core ResponsibilitiesPrepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance commentary, ensuring reporting deadlines are met.Present monthly financial results and insights to operational managers and senior stakeholders, supporting commercial decision-making.Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and five-year plans, delivering accurate financial planning and supporting divisional submissions.Produce financial analysis and reporting that provides meaningful insight into business performance and profitability.Maintain strong financial controls through balance sheet reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.Conduct site visits and audits to ensure financial processes and operational procedures are being followed correctly.Support the year-end audit process and provide financial information to Group Finance and external stakeholders.Work collaboratively across Finance and Operations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process efficiencies.Our Essential RequirementsQualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA).At least two years' experience in a similar finance or commercial accounting role.Experience preparing monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts.Strong commercial awareness with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong systems knowledge.Full UK driving licence, with flexibility to travel to operational sites and undertake occasional overnight stays.Changing the way people think about waste.At Biffa, we love working with waste. 1 choice for business waste management.Dedicated to diversity.Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.Job SummaryID: 09B93337FFDepartment: Group Central FunctionsType: full time