Finance Analyst

About the RoleYou'll join a high-performing Shared Services function, supporting financial reporting, analysis, and continuous improvement across core processes. The focus is simple: own the data, elevate the reporting, and help the team make smarter, faster decisions. Key Responsibilities

Financial analysis - Analyse large, complex data sets to identify trends, variances, and opportunities.

Reporting support - Build, maintain, and enhance recurring reports for senior stakeholders.

Process improvement - Review existing workflows and recommend data-driven improvements within Shared Services.

Data transformation - Use advanced Excel and Power Query to clean, structure, and automate data flows.

Cross-functional collaboration - Partner with operational teams to resolve issues and improve data quality.

What You'll Bring

Strong background in Finance Shared Services or a similar high-volume finance environment.

Advanced Excel skills - Pivot Tables, Power Query, complex formulas, data modelling.

Experience with Power BI or similar BI/reporting tools.

Proven ability to work with large data sets and translate findings into meaningful insight.

A continuous-improvement mindset with a track record of streamlining processes.

Confident communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.

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