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Finance Analyst jobs

A Finance Analyst is responsible for recommends actions by analysing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses; studying proposed changes in methods and materials.

Responsibilities can include:

  • Analysing current and past financial data
  • Evaluating current financial performance and identifying trends
  • Preparing reports, making conclusions that management can use and finding discrepancies and communicating insights with team
  • Consulting with the management team to develop long-term commercial plans
  • Creating financial models that can predict the outcome of certain business decisions.
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Developing initiatives and policies that may improve financial growth

If you are interested in a job as a Finance Analyst then do have a look at our jobs or feel free to submit your CV

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  • Pension Analyst

    £300.00 - £400.00 per day

    London

    Temporary

    PENSIONS ANALYST Our client is a leading Gaming business with an ever-expanding footprint and a fantastic culture. Due to the continues growth, they require an energetic Interim Pension Analyst to help the finance team on a temporary basis. The business offer hybrid working model. Role overview: We're looking for someone to join on a contract basis to support a project related to pensions. The post holder will work closely with the broker, pension provider, benefits team, PX team and payroll provider to support the historic reconciliation of payroll, pension, and benefits data. What you'll be doing: Reconciliation work: This will involve working with the broker, pension provider, benefits team, PX team and payroll provider to: investigate highlighted anomalies. assess whether variances can be explained or are likely due to a processing error. recommend corrective action, based on detailed analysis and through applying judgement within an agreed framework. Communication: This will involve working with the broker, pension provider, benefits team, PX team and payroll provider to: provide project status updates to key stakeholders in relation to the reconciliation work and delivery of the agreed communication plan. draft and publish FAQs for impacted employees, managers, and the HR community. communicate directly with all affected employees (potentially 1800 employees) to inform them at key project milestones e.g. outcome of reconciliation, the proposed resolution and updating a regular intervals in between. response handling in relation to individual queries. What we're looking for: Several years' experience within a payroll or pensions team as a Senior Pensions Coordinator or payroll/pension analyst. Hands-on experience with leading HR / Payroll tools, ideally SAP, Workday, ServiceNow

  • Finance Business Partner

    £45000 - £51000 per annum + Hybrid working

    London

    Permanent

    KennedyPearce are partnering with an amazing not for profit business who are hiring a Qualified Finance Business Partner. Hybrid working, up to 2 days in the office, generous pension You will be part of a small team partnering to support to cost centre holders and project teams - from budgeting and monitoring, to grant financial management and data quality. Reporting into the International Finance Manager, the Finance Businss Partner will: Provide strategic insight and analysis to constructively challenge senior managers and to enable effective and strategic decision making. Contribute to the increase in financial management capacity of finance and Conservation Programmes colleagues, identifying and prioritising support needs and delivering a coordinated training and development programme. Develop and oversee effective financial performance reporting and forecasting to donors, Conservation and Policy budget holders and management for both restricted and unrestricted funds. Financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting of all grants and country offices in the portfolio, identifying risks and addressing them where required. The ideal candidate will be: Qualified or almost qualified (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CIPFA), Evidence their ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Previous experience of working in an INGO or global organisation is highly desirable

  • Finance Manager

    Salary to be discussed on application + Hybrid, pension, private medical

    Wokingham

    Permanent

    Rapidly growing firm of Accountants and business advisors seeks a permanent Finance Manager, Outsourcing for their Infrastructure &Renewable Energy Division. This Organisation is private equity backed and are part of a global media and entertainment business. They have ambitious plans to continuously innovate using the latest technology to develop their teams and grow the business. The Finance Manager will report to the Director in the Outsourcing - Infrastructure & Renewable Energy Team with 3 or more direct reports. Duties of the Finance Manager, Outsourcing include: Managing the financial outsourcing for a portfolio of clients, including but not limited to bookkeeping, VAT returns (with partial exemption) and management accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and Ensuring all monthly, quarterly and year-end deliverables are completed to a high-quality standard and deadlines are Leading and developing a team of direct reports, including managing performance, setting goals and ongoing Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as ​ Requirements for the Finance Manager, Outsourcing include: A professionally qualified accountant, ideally 3 years post qualified (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Experience managing and leading a team of 3 or more including one to one and goal Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals including production of statutory accounts under FRS 102 and IFRS, consolidations, inter-company transactions and Strong Word and Excel Experience of using Xero and CCH is nice to Excellent planner/organizer with good decision-making skills and happy to help. Benefits include hybrid working after probation period, private medical, pension and life assurance benefits.

  • Management Accountant

    £55000.00 - £60000.00 per annum + + Bonus

    City of London

    Permanent

    Our client is a leading Telco & Information Services business with an ever-expanding footprint and a fantastic culture. Due to the continues growth, they require an energetic Managemenet Accountant to join the team on a permanent basis. The business offer hybrid working model. The role: You will be an integral part of the group reporting team helping to deliver month end reporting to the Board and external investors. You will be responsible for reporting on all central cost departments and delivering relevant insights, and assisting with other reporting requirements such as audit, accounts preparation and taxation. Duties and Responsibilities: Responsibility for all month end reporting across central cost departments Assisting with preparation of the month end reporting packs for the Board, external investors and debt providers Ownership of Group payroll process and reporting Assisting with the annual audit and accounts prep process Implementing systems and controls Ownership of the Group VAT reporting and assisting with wider Group tax compliance Assisting with formulation of budget and forecast for central cost department Be the internal lead for all technical accounting queries Weekly Cashflow forecasting Skills / experience and attitude: Qualified accountant Excellent technical accounting knowledge

  • Head of Communications

    £62000.00 - £67000.00 per annum + pr plus hybrid working & good bens

    London

    Contract

    My client a not-for-profit education association is looking for an experienced Head of Communications to start immediately You will lead the small Communications Team to ensure the company's strategic and operational objectives are met. Reporting directly to the General Secretary this is a busy role where you will be managing all relevant media channels, including social media Duties Maintain awareness of current issues and political trends To develop and maintain media outlet relationships and political contacts in government To arrange national press conferences, interviews , briefings, member engagement etc To bring on board new ideas to liaise with company members Write press releases briefing notes, articles, speeches, social media contents and other materials Respond to press and media releases Develop a comms strategy to communicate with trade unions To promote Senior Execs via media Working closely with the Campaigns Team and other department Update and maintain the press contact database Ensure the performance of the Communications team is kept under review, managing staff appraisals etc To manage and set budgets as per company's rules and regulations Skills required. Experience of working in a similar senior position is essential Preferably have worked with a trade union, Education facilitator or a not-for-profit organisation Political lobbying and campaign work experience is essential Experience of the UK Media organisations and social platforms are essential Experience of implementing a communications strategy Previous experience of leading a team or campaign work an advantage Previous experience of working with trade unions will be an advantage (as is the nature of the role / weekend and evening work may be required ) Start Date: As soon as possible Type: 9 month FTC Salary: £62,000 - £67000 pro rata Hybrid working Office location: London NW1 Excellent Bens: including 35 days holiday plus Bank Hols and Xmas off, Good Pension, Personal development and training modules etc

  • Receptionist

    £35000 - £36000 per annum

    City of London

    Permanent

    Kennedypearce are working with a large insurance firm who are looking for a Receptionist. This role is 5 days a week in the office, paying £35K and based in the City. Working hours being 8:30-5:30pm. The role of the Receptionist is to provide first-class customer service via the effective handling of all internal and external telephone calls and of visitors to the building as well as providing efficient support to the front of house team. This role will be expected to provide some administrative support. Main duties include Based on reception; to answer all internal and external telephone calls in an efficient and courteous manner. Meet and greet clients. Manage the meeting room diary. Respond to emails quickly and efficiently. Deal with collections and deliveries, and distribute as required. Arrange couriers and taxis. Assist with daily queries, both internal and external. Be able to help where and as needed with the Housekeeping and Facilities team. Maintain standards of all front-of-house and client-facing areas, ensuring meeting rooms are presentable immediately before and after meetings. Postal duties. Handling some invoicing/credit card purchases. Order stationery for the office. Work in an organised manner, keeping the work area tidy in line with the company written standards. This role requires candidates to be immaculately presented, to have excellent customer service skills and to work to very high standards within their remit. Manage overseas visitors log and subsequent reporting. Other ad hoc duties to support the office. Undertake a proactive role within the office to ensure the smooth running of that office and facilities within it. Skills First Class client facing skills. Ability to communicate with people at all levels confidently and professionally. Ability to resolve problems quickly, efficiently and in a calm manner. Being able to handle multi-tasking. Polite and articulate with a polished and professional approach. Enthusiastic and approachable. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational skills. Flexible to cover holiday, sickness absence as well as changing business requirements. Strong IT skills. Person specification Excellent spoken and written English. Good knowledge of Outlook / Knowledge of MS systems such as Excel - VLOOKUP and pivot tables Insurance knowledge highly desirable but not essential.

  • Office Manager

    £45000 - £65000 per annum + Bonus & Hybrid Working

    London

    Permanent

    Our Client, a boutique investment business in Mayfair are looking for a PA/Office Manager to join their team. This role offers hybrid working. Joining an incredibly friendly team this role will work closely with the Co-Founder of the business as a PA along side working as an Office Manager to support the rest of the team. You will be responsible for: Maintaining an organised and efficient office environment, including managing office supplies, equipment, and facilities. Maintain office security and emergency protocols and procedures. Acting as Fire Marshall and First Aider (training can be provided if necessary) and leading on health & safety within the workplace matters. Assisting in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Being a "go to" person for the wider team on ad hoc queries and tasks. Providing PA support, managing diaries, booking travel, meetings and itineraries. Meeting and greeting guests and management of meeting rooms. Organising internal and external meetings, events, drinks and dinners. Completing and submitting expense claims. Additional duties may include: Assisting Compliance officer in maintaining and updating compliance documentation and records. Assisting in accounts payable and the tracking of supplier invoices. Coordinating employee onboarding, orientation and access to necessary systems. Maintaining employee records, holiday, sickness and benefits administration. Being the primary point of contact for IT-related matters within the company. CRM Maintenance The candidate: Experience in working for a small to medium sized business Previous office management experience Ability to support in a PA capacity A polished and strong communicator Benefits Include Hybrid working, 4 days in the office 25 Days Holiday Private Medical Critical Illness Cover Life Assurance Wellness Cover Discretionary Bonus

  • Office Administrator

    £27000 - £28000 per annum + Pension & Benefits

    City of London

    Contract

    Our Client, a Media & Advertising business in St Pauls is looking for an Office Administrator to join their team on a 6 month fixed term basis. Reporting to the Facilities Manager the Office Administrator will be responsible for: Support with Facilities administration such as invoices, managing contractor visits, health and safety admin and resolving or escalating service failure issues. Contribute to the development and upkeep of comprehensive documentation related to office procedures and protocols. Providing cover for the Receptionists and Facilities Assistant when required. Manage incoming calls, direct calls to the appropriate personnel, and take accurate messages. Collaborate with the Facilities Assistant to ensure the cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of office spaces. Provide general administrative support to senior management including data entry, and document management. Provide adhoc support to team projects including research, communicating project updates, scheduling meetings or managing logistics. Assist the Facilities Manager with special projects, tasks, and initiatives aimed at improving office functionality and efficiency. The Candidate Proven office administration experience Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to adapt and multi task This is an office based role.

  • Senior Internal Controls Analyst

    £60000 - £70000 per annum + bonus, pension, 2 days wfh and more.

    City of London

    Permanent

    Are you're a proactive individual with developed 'Internal Controls' experience, looking for your next interesting challenge? Do you want to work in a collaborative and dynamic team, within a leading global Fortune 500 Company? Our client, a specialist agricultural technology and investment partner, are currently expanding their Risk & Internal controls team and hiring a new Senior Internal Controls Analyst within their London branch. Offering up to £70,000 plus 3 days working from home, pension, insurance covers and an incredible office with perks such as on-site gym and swimming pool. You will have a unique chance to… Engage senior stakeholders including the internal audit team and liaise on key internal controls projects across the organisation. Support your Senior Manager with reporting, reviewing, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring that procedures are fit for purpose. Work within a 2nd line team which is responsible for advising the business on internal control guidelines and regulations such as ESG and SOX procedures. Ideally you will have or be… At least 5 years practical experience within an internal controls position, and solid analysis and problem-solving skills. Great communication skills and an ability to liaise with senior stakeholders across the business. Strong experience with internal controls regulations, reporting on key finding, reviewing internal procedures, and supporting with the annual review of the organisation. If this sounds like the right next step for you or someone in your network that you want to recommend, please apply today!

  • Trade Finance Officer

    £180 - £210 per day + Hybrid + Holiday

    City of London

    Temporary

    Trade Finance Officer Our client, an international bank based in London who offer Hybrid working currently seek a Trade Finance Officer on a rolling 3 month Temporary basis The successful Trade Finance candidate will have experience in L/Cs document checking, advising whilst also understands the full Documentary credit process. Good working knowledge of UCP600, URC522 and URDG758 as well as SWIFT payments is also essential BAU Responsibilities Processing MT700/MT710 amendments before uploading the L/Cs into the Banking system Presenting shipping documents completing Compliance by incorporating the details of carrier, agents, shipper and or manufacturers, vessels involved, trading parties, vessel registration countries or any other information found in the documents to be checked for compliance purposes. Complete KYC on buyer/sellers Prepare SWIFT L/C advising message as MT710 in swift Alliance2 where an L/C has to be advised through a correspondent bank. To handle the queries from L/C issuing banks/ advice through banks and or customers involved. On presentation of shipping documents, first check of shipping documents within the specified period allocated in UCP600. Notify discrepancies if any found to the presenters of the shipping documents well within the UCP 600 stipulated period Essential Experience Experience in L/Cs document checking, advising Uk based banking experience Good understanding of ISPB for the examination of documentary credits under UCP600 Available at short notice 1-2 weeks' notice

  • Operations Analyst

    £35000 - £45000 per annum

    London

    Permanent

    Operations Analyst We have a fantastic opportunity for an Operations Analyst to join a leading Payment company based in the City . Job Purpose of Operations Analyst As the Operations Analyst you will be working on various technology and non-technology projects to reduce spend, improve cost, improve quality and speed of service and/or improve operational control. The role will involve wide-ranging exposure to the business, working closely with individual teams to understand, capture, prioritise and document business and technical requirements leading to the deployment of automated, optimised and highly effective solutions Duties/Responsibilities Analysing existing systems and operational procedures Understanding the operational needs and business goals of the company Collecting relevant data from within the company and from clients Adhering to company policies and legal requirements in relation to data collection Analysing data through a variety of statistical methods and models, from spreadsheets to graphs Presenting data and recommendations to senior management teams Tracking the progress of operational changes that are implemented across the company through key performance indicators Capturing business requirements for technology change Qualification & Experience Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships and trust internally and externally Highly organised with the ability to understand and adjust to moving priorities Logical approach to analysing/understanding data and identifying problems and solutions Self-motivated and proactive - can anticipate issues and rectify these on behalf of their manager/team. Comfortable working in a team or individually. Industry experience would be advantageous but not necessary Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint Demonstrably numerate Benefits Complimentary Health insurance 25 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays Bonus (subject to company performance) Employee ownership trust (After 12 months of service) Employee assistance programme A truly global business with opportunities for growth

  • Business Devlopment Associate

    Up to £40000 per annum

    City of London

    Permanent

    Our client are a leading Buisness Consultancy based in the City. They're are currenly hiring for a Junior Business Devlopment Associate to join their team on a perminent basis. Key Responsibilities Initiate contact with new business leads to sell our business offering Build trust with prospects by understanding and listening to their business objectives Actively seeking out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking, and LinkedIn Ensure sales are recorded and monitored in line with agreed processes Develops & drives lead generation activity Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services Create frequent reviews and reports with financial data Manages a pipeline of opportunity & forecasting into the Salesforce Keeps up to date with market development, market trends, and competitor landscape in aligned sectors Skills & Experience Strong interpersonal skills Ability to communicate and convey critical messages by phone, email, and face-to-face Excellent negotiation skills Good organisation skills Personal resilience, with the ability to self-motivate A proven track record in sales, including developing new business Experience in working to targets, KPIs, and deadlines as set by Management Ability to work under own initiative Benefits Hybrid working 25 Days Holiday per annum 5% Company Pension matched contribution Company Laptop & iPhone Private Health Cover x4 Basic Salary Death in Service Benefit