Finance Analyst
About the company
Client Details A global, leading bank with a strong, sustainable reputation within the global financial services sector.
Recognised for its commitment to client excellence, stability, sustainable growth, as well as long-term client relationships.
This role offers the opportunity to join a respected organisation, with international reach, and a collaborative, multi-cultural environment.
Your tasks
As a Finance Analyst, you will have a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, invoice processing and budgeting, helping the business make informed decisions.
Description
- Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Monitor financial performance and identify trends or variances.
- Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate records and compliance.
- Support month and year-end close processes.
- Provide insights on cost optimisation and revenue growth opportunities.
- Ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards.
- Complete daily bank account and control account reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Post accounting journals and support financial control activities.
- Prepare financial reports, reconciliations and supporting analysis to meet deadlines.
- Support budgeting & cost control.
- Manage the accounts payable process.
- Respond to finance queries and liaise with internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records, procedures and financial documentation.
- Contribute to process improvements & wider finance projects.
Requirements
The ideal applicant possesses strong excel skills, is a hands-on, analytical individual, with excellent attention to detail and the confidence to manage competing priorities.
A successful applicant for this role will have
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to support a collaborative and high-performing finance function.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Basic knowledge of accounting reconciliations and financial controls.
- Ability to prepare routine reports, analyse vacancies, and maintain accurate supporting records.
- Understanding of invoice processing and budgetary procedures.
- A finance-related degree or equivalent relevant experience.
What we offer
Job Offer
- Opportunity to join a well-established international financial institution.
- Exposure to a broad range of financial analysis, reporting, and control activities.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment with experienced finance professionals.
- Excellent opportunity to develop technical accounting and analytical skills.
- Competitive salary & bonus package
- Hybrid working structure
- Central London office location.