Financial Analyst
Plymouth, Devon
Hybrid - 3dpw Office-Based
Our client, a leading South West organisation, is seeking a dynamic Financial Analyst to join their expanding team in Plymouth on a full-time, permanent basis.
As the Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in analysing financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and influencing commercial decisions, thereby offering an opportunity to contribute to key financial decisions and drive efficiency within the Finance team.
The ideal candidate should be a proactive and analytical individual, showcasing confidence to challenge existing practices and lead process improvements.
The responsibilities:
- Analyse daily, weekly, and monthly performance data to promptly identify and address concerns.
- Evaluate income stream performance data to offer recommendations aimed at maximizing profitability.
- Model and forecast the financial impact of proposed new business scenarios.
- Conduct sensitivity analysis on existing profitability to pinpoint areas for improvement or concern.
- Collaborate closely with key teams across the organization to deliver financial insights and support.
- Fulfill additional duties as necessary.
The candidate:
- Demonstrated experience in commercial organisations, showcasing proficiency in analysing large datasets, identifying trends, and formulating actionable recommendations.
- Essential proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, with a preference for familiarity with Power BI, Visual Basic, and SQL.
- Possession of a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or similar.
- Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.
- Capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines with precision.
If you would like to know more about this Financial Analyst opportunity, please get in touch with Jamie Wall, Commercial Director here at Lloyd Barnes Accountancy Recruitment.
Ref: JW14731