Join Our Team as a Finance Analyst
Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Brakes is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Corporate Commercial Finance Team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting our commercial team and some of our biggest customers!
Your Role
As a Finance Analyst, you will report directly to the Senior Finance Business Partner. This key position involves collaborating closely with our Commercial Account Managers to manage existing customer relationships. You’ll be at the heart of strategic planning and decision-making, providing valuable insights and analysis. Expect to dive into:
* Forecasting and customer reports
* Monthly review packs that deliver accurate insights
* Business Partner support for customers in the Catering sector
* Process improvement, compliance, and annual audits
* Ad-hoc projects that challenge your skills
What You'll Be Accountable For
* Forecasting, planning, and analyzing variances for key business metrics like volume, sales, and margins
* Engaging with managers to rigorously challenge their plan assumptions and KPIs
* Preparing BUR/MPR reporting for Sodexo and assisting with other customers
* Conducting weekly, monthly, and annual sales, margin, and cost forecasting
* Providing insights into projects, from initial evaluation to ongoing success tracking
* Monitoring key performance indicators and investigating variances
* Being the go-to contact for finance-related queries from internal customers and stakeholders
* Conducting ad-hoc analysis to drive performance improvements
* Collaborating with non-finance teams to enhance compliance and processes
* Delivering insights based on contractual requirements
* Supporting ongoing process improvements, compliance, audits, and projects
What We’re Looking For
You are a recently qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) currently thriving as a Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant, or Finance Analyst. You’re eager to join a global organization and advance your career!
We seek someone who:
* Drives performance through insightful analysis
* Understands trends and results with confidence
* Possesses strong Excel skills, including financial analysis and modeling
* Thrives in a commercial setting and is keen to broaden finance business partnering skills
* Is self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to positively influence key stakeholders
What We Offer
In return for your expertise and dedication, we provide:
* A competitive salary and cash car allowance
* A robust pension scheme
* The option to purchase additional annual leave
* A hybrid working agreement with flexibility
* A comprehensive lifestyle benefits package
* Discounts across our award-winning food range and private medical healthcare
If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career with us, we can’t wait to hear from you!