69 Financial Analyst jobs in London

Overview

HighlysuccessfulinternationalorganisationrequireACCA/ACAorCIMAQualifiedFinancialAnalystforachallengingpositionbasedatsuperbofficelocationinWeybridge,Surrey

AbouttheroleofFinancialAnalyst

ReportingtotheHeadofFP&AtheFinancialAnalystwillberesponsibleforprovidingFinancialReportingandAnalysisforseveralkeyoperatingdivisionsacrossthebusiness.Keydutiesinclude:

• ProjectedProfit&Lossforecast
• ActingasFinanceBusinesspartnertoheadsofdepartment
• Assistingwiththe5yearbusinessplan
• BudgetandRevenueforecastingbothbydivisionandconsolidatedtotals
• MonthlyKPIreportingandanalysis
• Assistingwithmonthlyboardreportingpacks

AbouttheFinancialAnalystposition

• GraduatecalibreyouwillbeACA/ACCAorCIMAQualifiedwithPQE
• ThesuccessfulapplicantwillhaveworkedineitherGroupFinanceorFP&AandhaveexcellentAnalyticalskills
• YouwillhaveaproventrackrecordwithalargeUSownedorinternationalbusiness
• StrongExcelskillsareessentialandknowledgeofSAPisadvantageous

What'sonofferfortheFinancialAnalyst

• FlexibleHybridworking
• PerformancerelatedBonus
• 25daysholiday
• On-siteparking
• Companypension
• Healthinsurance
• LifeAssuranceX4

FP&A Analyst

£60,000 - £5,000 + ,300 Car Allowance, Bonus & excellent benefits

Are you a strategically focused Qualified Accountant keen on exploring a new opportunity? Our client, a market-leading firm in its field, is partnered exclusively with Aila to recruit a motivated, systems savvy and analytical Accountant to join their Trad Strategy team on a permanent basis.

About the Company :

• FTSE listed business with 800+ sites and bn+ in revenue
• The UK’s market leader, and well positioned to continue to scale
• Investor in people and strong strategy towards sustainability, from zero waste manufacturing to 100% renewable energy across their sites

The role:

Reporting to the Head of in this team, the purpose of this role is to Leveridge systems to support the preparation and analysis of financial plans, forecasts and key strategic initiatives. Focus will be on improving the operational efficiency in delivering key financial reporting to support effective decision making.

This finance team produces robust strategic financial plans that are tracked both in the short and long term, evaluate returns on investments on new initiatives and ensure risks are appropriately managed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Annual Budgeting and Quarterly forecasts (P&L, Balance sheet and Cash flow, Capex)
• Medium and Long-term plans
• Evaluate return on investment and create plans for new strategic initiatives
• Evaluate growth opportunities in network (New Sites, Cannibalisation, Cities)
• Support the management of operational and financial risk (insurance, expansions and property portfolio)
• Indirect Procurement for the division, support operational teams in negotiating new contracts, manage risk and deliver strong commercials.
• Support in the production of financial strategic models and analysis
• Continuously review the financial strategic models and make improvements
• Increase departmental productivity by continually developing reporting and budgeting tools with more automation
• Provide information to management by assembling and summarising data; preparing reports; making presentations of findings, analysis, and recommendations on key strategic initiatives.
• Analyse potential future depot locations, to help shape informed decision making around locations and performance.

The Ideal Candidate :

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) – With Financial reporting systems experience
• Previous experience in a financial planning and analysis role in a medium or large organisation
• Highly analytical with the ability to use reporting tools to draw insights from complex data and provide meaningful analysis and commentary.
• Advanced Excel
• Business Objects (Or Similar BI systems) and SAP
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to manipulate large sets of data
• Ability to build relationships internally with stakeholders of varying levels

What they Offer:

• Competitive salary: £60, 0 - 5,000
• ,300 Car Allowance
• Performance-based bonus up to 15%
• Matched Pension scheme
• 25 days + bank
• Hybrid Working (3-4 days in)

How to Apply:

We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information.

About Aila Recruitment:

Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our candidates' ongoing development.

Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.

• Job Role : Financial Analyst

• Job Type : Permanent

• Location : London, UK

• Work Mode : Hybrid (2-3 days onsite in a week)

Job Description :

Tech Stack & Languages

• Tech Stack: Excel, SAP,

• QuickBooks, Tableau, Bloomberg Terminal

• Languages: Python, R, Excel VBA

Relevant Technologies & Tools

• Financial Tools: Excel, Tableau, Bloomberg Terminal

• Data Analysis: SQL, Python, Excel VBA

• Financial Modeling: Forecasting, Investment Analysis, Econometrics

• Certifications: CFA, FMVA, Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Must-Have Qualifications

Financial modeling, CFA or FMVA certification, forecasting, SAP, Tableau

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Econometrics, Python or R (for data analysis), CMA certification, experience with financial systems (e.g., SAP FICO)

Requirements

Relevant Technologies & Tools

• Financial Tools: Excel, Tableau, Bloomberg Terminal

• Data Analysis: SQL, Python, Excel VBA

• Financial Modeling: Forecasting, Investment Analysis, Econometrics

• Certifications: CFA, FMVA, Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Must-Have Qualifications

Financial modeling, CFA or FMVA certification, forecasting, SAP, Tableau

Benefits

Relevant Technologies & Tools

• Financial Tools: Excel, Tableau, Bloomberg Terminal

• Data Analysis: SQL, Python, Excel VBA

• Financial Modeling: Forecasting, Investment Analysis, Econometrics

• Certifications: CFA, FMVA, Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Must-Have Qualifications

Financial modeling, CFA or FMVA certification, forecasting, SAP, Tableau

• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Lead the statutory reporting process, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS standards.
• Manage the year-end audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Ensure the integrity of the financial control environment, implementing and improving policies and procedures.
• Oversee all tax and regulatory compliance, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and other filings.

• Drive the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes, partnering with department heads to build robust and realistic plans.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide insightful variance analysis and commentary to the senior leadership team, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to drive business performance.

• Act as a true business partner to departmental leaders, providing financial guidance and support for commercial decisions.
• Assist the CFO/FD with strategic projects, including fundraising activities, M&A due diligence, and long-term financial strategy.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting and optimising working capital.
• Contribute to board-level reporting and presentations.

• Manage and mentor a small finance team (e.g., Financial Accountants, Management Accountants).
• Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support the professional development of your team members.
• Foster a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance function.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• A minimum of 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant finance role.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP / IFRS).
• Demonstrable experience in managing month-end/year-end processes and leading audits.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, Xero) and ERP systems.
• Prior experience in managing and developing a team.

• Experience with financial modelling.

Job Purpose

As a rating analyst, you will carry out credit analysis and assign ratings on a portfolio of (re)insurers under the guidance and support of an analytical team leader.

The London analytical team works closely with AM Best’s offices in the US, Europe and Asia and comprises of a team of approximately 20 analytical staff, within which there is a broad array of expertise. The team is responsible for AM Best’s ratings in the London, European (ex-EU27), Bermudian, Middle Eastern, African, and Central Asian markets.

Responsibilities:

• As the primary analyst, the candidate will take responsibility for timely and high-quality credit assessments on a portfolio of (re)insurers, as well as producing accurate and informative documentation to support the credit decision.
• Regular interaction with senior management of (re)insurers and requirement to attend company meetings, with support from more senior colleagues, to obtain relevant information to support the credit assessment.
• Conduct on-going surveillance of assigned portfolios and develop industry knowledge, including the identification of key trends and issues that may affect the assigned portfolio of (re)insurers
• Present analysis at rating committee, participate in rating committees of other analysts, and contribute to internal discussions regarding the state of the (re)insurance markets and rating issues.
• Contribute to external presentations, seminars and the writing and research of external specialist reports commenting on key market issues and trends.
• Develop a network of contacts in the (re)insurance market (including clients, brokers and other stakeholders) for the purpose of developing market intelligence.
• Occasional international travelling will be required for this role.

Skills Required

• Developed knowledge of the insurance market and principles of finance and accounting.
• Conducted financial analysis, ideally within the insurance industry, financial services sector, or a financial services consultancy firm.
• Experience within insurance, actuarial or IFRS 17 is an advantage.

Language Required

• Fluency (written and spoken) in French is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

• Lead the development and management of the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis of financial results against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support business case analysis, strategic initiatives, and long-term planning.
• Collaborate closely with various department heads to understand their financial needs and provide tailored support.
• Prepare monthly financial performance reports, executive summaries, and board-level presentations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within financial reporting and analysis.
• Monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the finance team.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, vlookups, macros) and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP BPC) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget, forecasts, and prior periods, providing insightful explanations for variances.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management and other stakeholders.
• Assist in the development and execution of the annual budgeting process.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, new business opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Evaluate investment proposals and provide financial recommendations.
• Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, identifying trends and potential risks or opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and provide support.
• Improve financial processes and reporting capabilities through automation and system enhancements.
• Present financial information clearly and concisely to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Stay abreast of market trends and economic conditions that may impact the company's financial performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP BPC) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the financial services industry is advantageous.