Financial Data Analyst

Heathrow
4 months ago
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Job Title: Finance Data Analyst
Department: Business Performance / Finance
Reports To: Business Performance Manager
Location: Heathrow Airport

Finance Data Analyst Purpose of the Role
As the Data Analyst, you will serve as the guardian of rental revenue and contract-related data. You will drive operational performance through data insight, process optimisation, and the development of meaningful KPIs. Your role involves working cross-functionally to support decision-making, promote data-driven culture, and enhance commercial processes across the business.

Finance Data Analyst Whats on offer?

• 18-month FTC for Mat cover

• £42,200 - £47,475 p/a

• 3 days from the office, 2 days at home. Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm

Finance Data Analyst Key Responsibilities

• Oversee rental revenue activities, including invoicing, rental movements, contract updates, and meter readings.

• Serve as a process expert for commercial operations, particularly service order and rental flows.

• Conduct in-depth business analyses (profitability, reliability, etc.), identifying key insights, risks, and opportunities.

• Design and maintain weekly/monthly KPI dashboards and dynamic Power BI reports to support daily operations.

• Develop dashboards to track non-rental costs such as transportation, preparation, and asset scrapping.

• Support the creation and delivery of customer performance reports.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and communicate business requirements.

• Influence change by building strong cross-functional relationships.

• Contribute to special projects such as cost-saving initiatives and fleet planning.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 standards.

• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and incidents in a timely manner.

• Use all PPE and safety equipment correctly.

• Support company initiatives to improve workplace safety and environmental practices.

Finance Data Analyst Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an analytical/data-focused role.

• Proficient in Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office tools.

• Strong ability to analyse, model, and interpret data.

• Visual storytelling skills: able to translate data into clear, impactful visuals.

• Understanding of systems, data flow, and operational implications.

• Experience building business cases and developing initiatives.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operations-driven environment.

• Desirable: Degree in Business Analysis, Engineering, or Business Administration.

• Desirable: SAP and EIS 3.0 knowledge.

Behavioural Competencies

• Proactive and positive with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic environment.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently or collaboratively.

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines

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