Finance Analyst

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Job Title: Finance Analyst
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

About the Company
Our client, a fast-growing manufacturing company, is seeking a Finance Analyst to join their finance team. This role offers excellent career progression and personal growth opportunities, providing exposure to all areas of finance and broader business operations.

If you are an analytical, ambitious professional looking for a dynamic and rewarding role, this is your chance to make an impact!

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop dashboards and reports on key production, waste, and sales data.

  • Identify trends and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

  • Maintain and develop complex costing models to support pricing strategies.Perform detailed cost analysis to optimize profitability.

  • Update standard costings periodically.

  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

  • Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on deviations from the budget.

  • Support internal controls, reconciliations, and journal entries.

  • Assist in preparing financial and management reports.

    What Our Client is Looking For
    Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

  • Understanding of financial statements, costing principles, and budgeting/forecasting.

  • Proficiency in Excel; experience with BI tools and ERP systems is a plus.

    Essential Skills & Attributes

  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Mindset – Strong data-driven approach with keen attention to detail.

  • Confident & Clear Communicator – Ability to interact with senior leadership and explain financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.

  • Resilient & Adaptable – Thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes on challenges with a proactive attitude.

  • Ambitious & Career-Driven – Eager to grow, take on responsibility, and contribute to business success.

  • Tech-Savvy – Comfortable using Excel, financial modelling, and ERP/data analytics tools.

    Why Join Our Client?
    Be part of an exciting, fast-growing company.
    Gain exposure to all areas of finance and business operations.
    Career progression opportunities with mentorship and continuous learning.
    Work in a collaborative and innovative environment.

    If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be a key player in our journey to success.

    INDHP
    This vacancy is being advertised by TAY Recruitment (an Employment Agency) on behalf of our client. All vacancies are available and correct at the time of posting

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