Financial Analyst – Hybrid

The Role: We’re looking for a proactive Financial Analyst to join a small, dynamic finance team. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to own key financial processes, particularly during month-end closing. You’ll monitor budgets, support the sales team, ensure compliance, and provide insight to management — all in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: * Month-End & Forecasting: Review GLs, track SA&G spend, calculate and post accruals, manage intercompany recharges, and submit actuals/forecasts into the financial system. * Reconciliations: Perform balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. * Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and share SA&G spend reports with management; support profit-by-product reporting for the local market. * Compliance & Controls: Own and certify SOX controls, support HMRC and other regulatory reporting, and maintain internal financial bulletins. * Budgeting & Planning: Lead quarterly reviews with budget holders and prepare annual budgets. * Capital & Lease Accounting: Review assets for impairment, process car leases, and monitor BIK reporting. * VAT & Environmental Reporting: Prepare VAT returns for GB & IRE and support environmental compliance reporting. * Shared Service Support: Act as the main contact for local finance queries including Accounts Payable, Travel & Expenses, and Intercompany transactions. About You: * Minimum AAT qualification or CIMA Certificate. * Several years’ experience in an accounting/finance function with strong month-end discipline. * Solid understanding of financial analysis and accounting principles. * Experience with SAP or similar accounting systems. * Advanced Excel skills and excellent attention to detail. Benefits & Perks: * Flexible, hybrid working environment * Competitive salary with bonus scheme * Generous pension scheme * Employee assistance program (We Care) * Long service awards * Career progression and international project exposure * 25 days annual leave plus long service bonus holiday (with the option to buy/sell) * Group Income Protection, Life Assurance & Death in Service * Easy access and free parking Hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week