Highly successful FTSE listed, International Group seek to recruit CIMA/ACCA or ACA Qualified Financial Analyst to undertake a newly created role based at conveniently situated offices in Guildford, Surrey. About the role Reporting to the Group Finance Director the Financial Analyst will act as business partner to divisional Finance Directors to ensure robust financial information is obtained across the Group. In addition the jobholder will be responsible for group financial reporting & analysis in accordance with strict corporate deadlines. Key duties of the role include: * Performing a detailed review of both country and operating company reporting packs (P&L and Balance Sheets) * Assisting with the 12 month rolling budgeting & forecasting process * Analysis of gross margins for key business divisions * Delivering monthly group KPI report and supporting analysis & commentary * Performing a working capital review and driving process improvements * Business partnering with divisional Heads of Finance regarding the internal & external factors impacting each business * Reporting on variances to budget and forecast * Assessing potential risks and opportunities and following up on internal audit recommendations * Establishing a high level of credibility and managing strong working relationships with finance teams across the group * Supporting the integration process for newly acquired businesses About the Financial Analyst * The Financial Analyst will be CIMA/ACCA or ACA Qualified with a strong background in Financial Analysis or FP& A * Ideally you will have experience working within an International Company or Group Accounting environment * Applicants will have excellent communication skills, and the ability to liaise at the highest level What's on offer for the Financial Analyst position * Flexible Hybrid working * 25 days holiday * Company Pension * Medical & life insurance * Attractive annual Bonus