Finance Analyst

The Opportunity Athwal Resourcing is partnering with a growing UK business on a key hire within its FP&A function. With turnover more than £130m and a clear strategy to scale further, the business is investing in its financial insight, reporting capability and commercial decision-making. This role offers the opportunity to join at a pivotal stage and contribute to building a more commercially focused finance function. The Role Reporting to the FP&A Manager, as Finance Analyst you will play a key role in delivering financial analysis, reporting and insight to support both operational and strategic decision-making. This is not a purely reporting role. You will work across finance and the wider business to improve visibility, enhance reporting, and support performance with a clear pathway into Finance Business Partnering. Key Responsibilities Financial Analysis & Reporting * Produce accurate and timely financial reports, dashboards and management information, * Deliver detailed variance analysis across revenue and margin, * Support budgeting, forecasting and planning, * Develop financial models and scenario analysis, Business Intelligence & Data * Maintain BI dashboards and reporting, * Analyse data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, * Ensure data accuracy and consistency, Process Improvement & Systems * Improve reporting using advanced Excel and data tools, * Streamline and enhance processes, * Support ongoing reporting development, Stakeholder Engagement * Work with finance and non-finance stakeholders, * Explain financial performance clearly, * Support decision-making through insight. How the Role Will Evolve 0–6 months: Build understanding of the business, analyse performance and reporting 6–12 months: Improve reporting, develop insight and add value 12 months+: Partner stakeholders and support commercial decision-making You will be a commercially minded finance professional with: * AAT or part qualified Accountant or Qualified by Experience, * Experience in Finance Analyst, FP&A or Management Accounting, * Strong analytical and reporting capability, * Advanced Excel skills and experience with BI tools preferable, * Good understanding of financial performance drivers, * Curious and inquisitive mindset, * Proactive and solutions-focused, * Strong communication skills, * Comfortable working in a fast-changing environment About the Business The business operates across multiple product lines within the construction and manufacturing sector, with a national footprint across manufacturing, warehousing and commercial teams. Following strong growth, the focus is on strengthening profitability insight, cost visibility and reporting capability. What’s on Offer * Competitive salary, Bonus + Pension + benefits * Career development and progression * Exposure across a growing business * Opportunity to build and improve reporting capability To Apply If you are looking for a role that offers development, exposure and the opportunity to make an impact, I would welcome a conversation