Arriva is a leading provider of passenger transport across Europe, employing around 34,400 people and delivering approximately 1.6 billion passenger journeys each year. Through buses, trains, coaches, trams, waterbuses, bike-sharing systems, on-demand transport solutions and a rolling stock leasing business, we proudly connect people and communities safely, reliably and sustainably across 11 countries. Our purpose is simple: to deliver these services in a better way, every day.With strong roots dating back to 1938, an ambitious growth agenda, and a continuously evolving relationship with our shareholder I Squared Capital (acquired in May 2024), this is an exciting time to join Arriva as we shape the next chapter of our journey.We are seeking a Corporate Reporting – Senior Analyst to join our Corporate Reporting team within Group Finance, playing a key role in delivering high-quality financial management information that supports decision-making at the most senior levels of the organisation.This is a high-impact role focused on the production, integrity and continuous improvement of financial reporting across the Group. You will work closely with Senior Finance Business Partners and stakeholders across the business to ensure financial insight is accurate, consistent and aligned to the needs of the shareholder, ExCo and Business Units.This role operates on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of 3 days per week from either our London (Lacon) or Sunderland (Doxford) office, offering flexibility to work in a way that supports both strong collaboration and work-life balance.Key responsibilitiesYou will play a central role in delivering core financial reporting across the Group, including:Producing and ensuring the integrity of cyclical Financial Management Information (MI) for key stakeholders, including the CEO, CFO, ExCo, AIHL Board, shareholder and Business UnitsDelivering management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, debt, working capital and investment reporting, alongside supporting schedules and reconciliationsSupporting the production of forecasts, budgets and business plans, ensuring consistency and alignment across the GroupContributing to financial risk and opportunity (R&O) reporting, including alignment with enterprise risk processesProviding analysis on order book performance and contract-level revenue insightsSupporting reporting requirements linked to incentive schemes (STI/LTI)Collaborating with Senior Finance Business Partners and Operating Units to deliver consolidated and sub-consolidated MIIdentifying opportunities to standardise, streamline and automate reporting processes, reducing manual effort and improving controlSupporting continuous improvement across the Corporate Reporting function, embedding best practice and leveraging new technologiesWhat we are looking forWe are looking for a technically strong and detail-oriented finance professional with experience in financial reporting within a complex organisation.You will bring:Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experienceStrong experience in producing financial management information, including management accounts, forecasts and planning cyclesAdvanced Excel capability and experience working with large, complex datasetsProven ability to analyse, interpret and present financial data clearly to non-technical stakeholdersStrong organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and deliver to tight deadlinesA logical, problem-solving mindset with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvementExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful insightA collaborative and adaptable approach in a fast-paced, evolving environmentDesirable experienceExperience with Tagetik or similar financial consolidation/reporting systemsExposure to Power BI or other data visualisation toolsExperience working within Group Finance or a multi-entity environmentYou’ll be someone who takes pride in producing high-quality financial information, with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and control. You’ll enjoy working at the heart of Group Finance, partnering with stakeholders across the business to ensure reporting supports effective decision-making.With a proactive mindset, you’ll be motivated to challenge existing processes and drive improvements, helping to shape how financial reporting is delivered across the organisation.This role offers the opportunity to contribute to business-critical reporting used by senior leadership, while developing your experience in a complex, international organisation undergoing transformation and growth.If you’re looking to build your career in Group Finance, working on high-profile reporting and driving continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to join Arriva.The closing date for applications is Wednesday 17 June 2026. Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early.
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