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Finance Data Analyst

Michael Page Finance
Uxbridge, UB8 1SB, United Kingdom
3 days ago
£40,000 – £42,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £42,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Education
Degree
Posted
2 Jun 2026 (3 days ago)

Benefits

Competitive benefits package (TBC) Hybrid working Professional development opportunities
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As a Finance Data Analyst in the retail industry, you will play a pivotal role in providing data-driven insights to support financial decision-making. This permanent position is based in Uxbridge and requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of accounting and finance processes.

Client Details

  • Operates within the retail industry
  • Known for its focus on delivering quality products to its customers
  • Medium-sized company
  • Uxbridge based

Description

Finance Data Analyst responsibilities:

  • Examine financial data to uncover trends, variances, and improvement opportunities
  • Produce consistent finance and performance reports
  • Support the creation of KPI and performance reporting packs
  • Evaluate revenue streams, cost structures, and key business drivers
  • Develop and maintain detailed reports to support strategic decision-making
  • Assist in building financial models to forecast future outcomes
  • Derive clear, actionable insights from large datasets
  • Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and AI-driven solutions
  • Present financial insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Profile

A successful Finance Data Analyst should have:

  • Strong academic background in accounting, finance, data science, or a related discipline
  • Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, pivot tables, and structured reporting; experience with Power BI is advantageous but not essential
  • Proficient in financial analysis and reporting using spreadsheets and database tools
  • Experienced in managing and interpreting large datasets
  • Sound understanding of accounting standards and financial regulations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail
  • Effective communicator, able to present insights clearly to a range of audiences

Job Offer

Finance Data Analyst:

  • Salary: 42,000 per annum
  • Permanent position
  • Competitive benefits package (TBC)
  • Uxbridge location, well-connected by public transport
  • Hybrid working
  • Professional development opportunities

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