Finance Analyst

As a Finance Analyst, you will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, invoice processing and budgeting, helping the business make informed decisions.

The ideal applicant possesses strong excel skills, is a hands-on, analytical individual, with excellent attention to detail and the confidence to manage competing priorities.

Client Details

A global, leading bank with a strong, sustainable reputation within the global financial services sector.

Recognised for its commitment to client excellence, stability, sustainable growth, as well as long-term client relationships.

This role offers the opportunity to join a respected organisation, with international reach, and a collaborative, multi-cultural environment.

Description

• Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor financial performance and identify trends or variances.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate records and compliance.
• Support month and year-end close processes.
• Provide insights on cost optimisation and revenue growth opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.
• Complete daily bank account and control account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Post accounting journals and support financial control activities.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations and supporting analysis to meet deadlines.
• Support budgeting & cost control.
• Manage the accounts payable process.
• Respond to finance queries and liaise with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, procedures and financial documentation.
• Contribute to process improvements & wider finance projects.

Profile

A successful applicant for this role will have:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to support a collaborative and high-performing finance function.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Basic knowledge of accounting reconciliations and financial controls.
• Ability to prepare routine reports, analyse vacancies, and maintain accurate supporting records.
• Understanding of invoice processing and budgetary procedures.
• A finance-related degree or equivalent relevant experience.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join a well-established international financial institution.
• Exposure to a broad range of financial analysis, reporting, and control activities.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with experienced finance professionals.
• Excellent opportunity to develop technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Competitive salary & bonus package
• Hybrid working structure
• Central London office location.

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