Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst

Location: London
Salary: £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent

Your New Company

A well-established international financial services organisation is seeking a Finance Analyst to join its London-based finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their exposure across financial reporting, regulatory reporting, reconciliations and financial analysis within a regulated environment.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of management information, Head Office reporting, reconciliations and regulatory submissions.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparing daily, monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
Assisting with Head Office reporting, including balance sheet and profit & loss analysis.
Performing balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations and investigating variances.
Supporting the preparation of UK regulatory returns and supporting schedules.
Assisting with statutory reporting and year-end audit requirements.
Supporting VAT and Corporation Tax reporting processes.
Preparing management information and financial analysis for senior stakeholders.
Responding to internal and external audit queries.
Maintaining reporting procedures, controls and supporting documentation.
Assisting with finance projects, process improvements and testing activities.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Previous experience within a finance, accounting or reporting role.
Experience preparing financial reports, reconciliations and supporting month-end processes.
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs and data analysis.
Studying towards ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent accounting qualification.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the business.

What You'll Get in Return

Exposure to a broad range of financial reporting and analysis activities.
Opportunity to work within a highly regulated financial services environment.
Supportive team environment with strong learning and development opportunities.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Excellent platform for career progression within finance.

What You Need to Do Now

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