UK Finance Analyst (12-Month Mat Cover)Location: Luton (Hybrid)Salary: Up to £40,000 - £45,000 + benefits (DOE)We're working with a leading organisation in the transport and services sector who are looking for a Finance Analyst to join them on a 12 month basis. This role is perfect for someone with strong month-end, reporting, and analytical skills who is ready to hit the ground running.The RoleIn this role, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and providing valuable insights to help improve performance. Your work will span P&L and balance sheet analysis, month-end processes, and supporting with a variety of finance projects.Key Responsibilities:* Support the financial performance of selected business units, covering both P&L and balance sheet.* Prepare and review month-end results against budget, providing variance analysis and commentary.* Complete specific balance sheet reconciliations and identify improvements to processes and controls.* Support management accounts production and assist with audit and statutory reporting requirements.* Ensure accurate and timely sales invoicing, including correct VAT application and maintenance of VAT records.* Collaborate with operational managers to enhance understanding of financials and drive performance.* Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required.About You:* Immediately available and able to commit to a 9-12 month contract.* Previous experience in a finance role with exposure to month-end, reconciliations, and reporting.* Confident user of Excel, with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach.* Able to work independently and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with stakeholders across the business.* Ideally studying towards, or interested in studying towards, a professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/AAT).What's on Offer:* Salary up to £45,000 DOE.* Office-based role in the Luton Airport area, with some travel to other sites as required.If you're an experienced finance professional who can step in and make an immediate impact, please apply today with your CV.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
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Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
Posted 18 days ago, valid for a month
Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 7JT
Full Time
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- The UK Finance Analyst position is a 12-month maternity cover based in Luton, offering a salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits, depending on experience.
- The role requires strong month-end, reporting, and analytical skills, with responsibilities including financial reporting, P&L and balance sheet analysis, and process improvements.
- Candidates should have previous experience in a finance role, particularly with month-end processes and reconciliations, and must be immediately available for the contract.
- Proficiency in Excel and excellent communication skills are essential, as the analyst will collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance financial understanding.
- The position is office-based with some travel required, and candidates are ideally pursuing or interested in a professional accounting qualification.
