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. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies