Financial Analyst (Financial Modelling Experience essential)

Jigsaw Recruiting Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Salary: From £45,000 to £55,000 per annum

Overview

Reporting to the Head of Financial Information & Analysis, this role is to develop and enhance financial models and deliver accurate board and management information RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop accurate financial models and reporting tools to support business activities and decision making Develop forecasting and budgeting models Deliver timely, relevant and accurate management and board reporting Update and enhance team reporting capabilities, improve efficiency by standardising, simplifying and automating excel work files to ensure integrity of financial models and projections Production of monthly reports for various areas of the business, ensuring accurate and timely production with key trends and anomalies investigated Ad hoc business support and analysis SKILLS: Attention to detail and accuracy of work. Advanced level of excel knowledge and skills, must be good with formulas, charts, macros, VBAs etc. Strong data analysis skills Good PowerPoint skills and ability to deliver quality presentations Ability to manage workload effectively and work on own initiative. Strong written and oral communication, ability to write clearly and informatively, able to present complex numerical data effectively and simply Ability to communicated effectively with internal and external parties, with regular exposure to senior management KNOWLEDGE: Previous experience of financial modelling essential Experience of group consolidations Good understanding of financial statements Retail financial services background would also be advantageous QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified accountant is preferred, though part qualified candidates with a strong grasp of accounting fundamentals will be considered Qualifications that show high- level analytical skills and numeracy This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89937743