Finance Analyst
Location: Manchester
Salary: £Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Full Time
Closing Date: Wednesday 23 July 2025
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Commercial Finance team at Slater & Gordon, one of the UK's leading legal firms. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong problem-solving skills, a passion for working with data, and a desire to drive commercial insight and process improvement within a complex, fast-paced environment.
You will play a key role in supporting financial analysis, interpreting large data sets, and contributing to the development of strategic insights that influence decision-making at senior levels.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse large and complex data sets to deliver clear, actionable insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
* Support monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, as well as ad hoc commercial analysis
* Collaborate with business teams on cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives
* Identify opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency and data accuracy
* Present analysis outcomes in a clear and engaging manner, tailored for a range of audiences, including senior leadership
* Use Alteryx and Excel (including advanced formulas, pivot tables, lookups, etc.) to automate and streamline processes
* Contribute to the development of forecasting tools and performance dashboards
* Bring a commercial mindset to case intake data, highlighting trends, opportunities, and risks
* Support with the successful implementation of a new business system
Key Skills and Attributes
* Strong Excel skills essential; experience with Alteryx or other data transformation tools is desirable
* Demonstrated ability to interpret and manipulate large data sets efficiently
* Logical thinker with the ability to simplify complexity and take the most efficient route to a solution
* Confident communicator, able to explain technical analysis to non-finance audiences
* Commercial acumen, with an eye for process improvement and value creation
* Desire and ability to learn new tools, methods, and concepts
* A positive and proactive attitude, with a willingness to collaborate and contribute to a strong team culture
* Comfortable working independently while being highly collaborative in team settings
* Experience in a finance, data analysis or commercial environment (legal sector not essential)
Qualifications
* Financial qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) not required but would be an advantage
* Degree in a numerical or business-related subject desirable but not essential if experience is strong
'>What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits
* 25 days annual leave + bank holiday, with the option to purchase 5 additional days
* Hybrid working arrangements and flexible working culture
* pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance
* A supportive and inclusive team environment
* Opportunities for professional development and on-the-job learning
* Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
* Involvement in projects that drive real business impact
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