Finance Analyst - Hounslow (4 days per week in office) - £50k-£60k
Our client, a leading player in the aviation and logistics sector, is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to join their high-performing finance team. This is a newly created role, offering significant exposure to senior leadership and a strong emphasis on commercial finance, project analysis, and strategic business partnering.
Reporting into the FP&A Manager, this position is ideal for a qualified or soon to be qualified accountant with a flair for financial modelling, a passion for systems, and a solutions-driven mindset. Support annual budget and rolling forecast (7+5) planning cycles across multiple entities
track post-implementation benefits in collaboration with procurement
Provide insightful analysis of monthly performance vs budget/forecast, identifying key variances and underlying drivers
Conduct headcount and FTE modelling to support workforce planning
Support cashflow modelling in partnership with the Transactional Finance function
Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of financial controls and automation
Collaborate on ad hoc strategic projects with the FP&A Manager and Head of Finance
Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) – strong finalists may be considered
Proven experience in a commercial finance or financial planning role
Advanced Excel skills with a strong grasp of financial modelling
working knowledge of Power BI, Power Query, and MS Dynamics considered a plus
A modern, forward-thinking approach to finance with a keen interest in systems and automation