Finance Analyst

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At GWI we’re always looking forextraordinary peoplewho thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we’re looking for aFinance Analystto play a key role in ourCommercial Finance team in London.If that’s you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As a Finance Analyst, you will work closely with Commercial Finance, FP&A, and Systems Accountant to:

Support financial accuracy, analysis, and automation across key finance functions. You will validate and manage financial data across platforms like Anaplan and Salesforce. You will enhance financial models, assist in data reconciliation, and develop reports and dashboards using Excel, SQL, and Tableau to enable self-service analytics.

Your role includes supporting financial analysis, scenario modeling, forecasting, and budgeting while ensuring accurate data flows across finance systems. You will troubleshoot discrepancies, support data governance, and automate financial reporting. Additionally, you will collaborate with IT and BI teams on system integrations, process automation, and workflow optimizations to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

It’s also fun; shaking things up is what working for a growing company is all about. So you’ll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and working in a high-tempo environment as we grow.

What do I need to bring with me?

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. You don't have to tickallthe boxes right away; the important thing is that you’re willing to learn. Here’s what the team will be looking for:

  1. Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
  2. Proven experience in a finance analyst, FP&A analyst, or data analyst role.
  3. Strong financial modelling and data analysis skills (Excel, Google Sheets, SQL)
  4. Experience with finance systems, such as Anaplan, Salesforce, or ERP platforms.

Equally important is attitude. We want people whothink big(to make an impact),ask why(to find a better way), andshow respect(to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, exemplified by our leadership team, and they’re a big part of what we’re looking for in you.

Interview steps

Preliminary phone callwith the Talent Team (no video required)

First video interviewwith the hiring managers

Second (and final*) video interviewwith the hiring panel, often including a presentation, followed by avalues conversationwith members of the wider GWI community.

*Don’t be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it’s all part of the plan for some of our roles.

What exactly is GWI?

GWI is modernized consumer research; global, on-demand, and accessible to everyone, not just data experts. Our platform is designed for companies looking for fresh and insightful data about their consumers’ values, purchase journeys, media usage, and social media habits.

With data representing the views of nearly 3 billion people across 52+ countries, GWI has become the go-to for agencies, brands, and media companies that want to know what really drives their audience to action.

Since launching in 2009 we’ve grown at a healthy pace, and to maintain this growth we need more extraordinary people. Hence this ad. Hence you.

What’s in it for me?

You’ll do the sort of work that got you excited about your career in the first place - not as a cog in a machine, but as an individual whose contribution matters. Sogigantic job satisfactioncomes as standard, but it’s only part of the package. You’ll also get:

  1. Tons of days off:25 days annual leave | Xmas office closures
  2. More than a great salary:Employee share scheme | Health cash plan | 4% pension plan matching
  3. Great work-life balance:Flexitime | early Friday finishes | Work-from-anywhere options
  4. Family-focused flexibility:Carer days | Enhanced parental leave | Health cash plan for your family
  5. A commitment to YOU:Accredited learning programs | A commitment to mental and physical health | Reward and recognition programs | Career development opportunities
  6. A commitment to the community:DE&I committee | Volunteer options | 100% donation matching | Payroll giving options

Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We take DE&I seriously. Not only is it obviously the right thing to do, it’s also the bedrock of our value ofshow respectand at the heart of our company culture.

We’re a global data business, so it’s essential our data reflects the global reality. Putting diversity into practice like this literally makes our business stronger.That’s why we strive to make our offices - and our teams - as diverse as our data.Want to know more? Take a look at ourLife page on LinkedInto learn more about our DE&I initiatives.

The point is, GWI is a place where you can genuinely feel at home, express yourself, and make your mark - whoever you are.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from disabled candidates and are dedicated to providing all relevant assistance during the application and interview process.We also encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented and marginalized communities, to join our team.

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