Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst
Job Type: Permanent
Department: Finance
Reports To: Finance Manager
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
Location: Lincoln
Job Purpose
This senior finance role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for financial planning and analysis in a fast-moving commercial business. The role focuses on delivering robust budgeting and forecasting processes, scenario management, and providing data-driven insights through Microsoft Dynamics BC and Power BI to support effective decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and facilitate annual budgeting process with key business partners and budget holders
Work closely with budget holders to support and challenge planning assumptions
Lead and facilitate regular reforecasts, bridging variance vs. key baselines (budget, YoY, previous forecast)
Manage and control planning scenarios within the finance system (MS Dynamics BC) to ensure consistency and discipline across planning cycles
Produce insightful management reports for senior leaders
Develop and publish Power BI dashboards and KPIs company-wide
Champion the use of technology such as Microsoft Dynamics BC and Power BI
Key Performance Indicators
Accuracy of forecast vs. actuals
Timely delivery of budgets and forecasts
Quality and clarity of financial insights provided to leadership
Adoption/usage of dashboards and reports
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential:
Highly analytical; experience with data analysis, statistical analysis, and modelling
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Business Central and Power BI
Excellent Excel and financial systems skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Scenario modelling
High attention to detail and accuracyDesirable:
Sector experience (e.g. agriculture, manufacturing)
Strong stakeholder management skills
Personal Attributes
Proactive and self-motivated
Strong communicator - able to explain financial information clearly
Team player with collaborative mindset
High integrity and commitment to confidentiality
Adaptable, resilient, and continuous improvement focused
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
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