A London-based charity is looking for a Financial Analyst to join their busy team. Your new company My client is a London-based charity with offices worldwide. Your new role They are looking for a Financial Analyst to join their team. This role is for a period of 6 months, but may extend. They offer hybrid working, 3 days in the office per week, 2 days from home. Duties will include, but are not limited to: - Regular reviews of budget vs actual performance, identifying variances - Prepare regular monthly financial reports and KPIs, conducting regular reviews with budget holders - Monthly and quarterly prepayments, accruals and control account reconciliations - Engage with budget holders to prepare submissions for annual budget and periodic forecasting submissions - Analyse forecasts and budgets to prepare commentaries on key variances and emerging trends - Identify errors and omissions in submissions - Ownership of salary and headcount forecasting, budgeting and monitoring for all departments - Maintain and improve models, supporting annual pricing and related analysis - Assist with year-end audit preparation, providing necessary documentation - Ensuring all year-end reconciliations and adjustments for relevant control accounts are completed accurately and in a timely manner - Supporting internal and external auditors and providing accurate and timely financial information - Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, maintaining strong financial controls - Be proactive in seeking continuous improvement and implement relevant audit recommendations - Maintain good relationships with colleagues across the finance team and wider organisation - Engage with colleagues across the organisation, both inside and outside finance, responding promptly to queries What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed, you will need previous experience of management accounting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills, including financial modelling are also key. If you were studying for a financial qualification, this would also be an advantage. What you'll get in return In return, you will have the opportunity to join a large and growing charity with branches worldwide, in a key role within the finance team. This role is initially for 6 months, but may extend for the successful candidate. 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. 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. 4750161