Finance Analyst (12 month contract)

Your new company Bristol based business

Your new role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This role sits at the heart of Supply Chain & Operations, providing key financial insights and commercial support across multiple business functions.You will act as a trusted finance partner, working closely with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams. This is a fantastic chance to develop your analytical, business partnering, and reporting skills in a highly collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Performance & Analysis

Prepare and analyse monthly slow-moving inventory reports, identifying risks and trends to support decision-making

Deliver inventory reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis, including root cause investigations

Partner with Supply Chain and Commercial teams across multiple locations to provide actionable insights

Support budgeting and forecasting processes for costs

Assist with value creation tracking and performance reporting initiatives

Support month-end reporting, including data validation and variance analysis

Maintain and update customer pricing files accurately and on time

Contribute to ad hoc projects such as cost analysis, contract support, and process improvements

Governance & Controls

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within systems

Support balance sheet reconciliations and timely resolution of discrepancies

Assist with year-end activities and audit requirements

What you'll need to succeed

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

Working towards (or recently completed) a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

1-3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role

Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex data

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure

Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset

What you'll get in return

Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)

Early Friday finishes

Modern Bristol office location

Learning and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programmes

Additional lifestyle and retail discounts

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