Finance Analyst, Basingstoke, Full Time, £45K to £50K PA plus benefits, 12 month FTC Finance Analyst Location: Basingstoke (Fully Office-Based)Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)Salary: £45,000 – £50,000Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pmSystems: Ideally SAP & Power BI, with strong Excel capabilityExperience: Large, complex business environment essentialAbout the OrganisationA large organisation with a global footprint is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Finance Analyst to join its Basingstoke office on a 12‑month fixed-term contract. This role sits within a high performing finance team and provides crucial support across reporting, analysis, and business partnering within a complex operational environment.This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys ownership, thrives in a data-driven role, and brings a proactive, problem-solving approach.Key ResponsibilitiesReporting & AnalysisDeliver end‑to‑end reporting and analysis for designated business areas.Produce accurate and timely monthly management information packs.Support completion of Group Controlling reporting packages including Order Intake, Backlog, Sales, and Headcount.Controlling & Performance ManagementTrack business performance against rolling monthly forecasts (Sales, EBIT, Cash).Identify lead times, project delays, and forecast gaps while partnering with operational teams.Provide data for commission calculations and manage the monthly accruals process.Receivables & Account ReconciliationManage trade receivables, including reconciliations, payment allocations, and resolution of outstanding queries across business streams.Transport & Logistics ReportingAct as subject matter expert for Transport BI interfaces, ensuring accurate reporting on transport costs, cancellations, customer recovery, and supplier reconciliations.Manage accruals related to transport and logistics activities.Business Partnering & Ad‑Hoc SupportProvide ad‑hoc analysis to support Finance Business Partners, regional teams, and key stakeholders across the organisation.Candidate ProfilePart qualified or fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).Strong analytical skillset and experience in similar role, with advanced Excel; SAP and Power BI experience preferred.Background in a large, complex business environment is essential.Confident communicator capable of working cross functionally and influencing decisions.Highly organised, detail oriented, and driven to enhance processes and reporting accuracy.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4771374