Senior Finance Analyst

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Due to internal promotion our Finance Team are looking for a Senior Finance Analyst. This role will provide support to the Assistant Head of FP&A, the Senior Finance Analyst will be the ‘go-to’ person for the preparation and interpretation of financial analysis and reporting.

This role is hybrid with the expectation you will work at our Lichfield office twice a week.
Key Responsibilities:

Preparation of the management accounts, investor report and presentation, compliance certificates and CQC Market Oversight reporting
Payroll analysis and reporting, liaising with FBP’s and MD’s to understand key trends, helping to drive improvements in both data integrity and performance.
Regular reporting for the Executive Committee and senior Managers within the business
Supporting with maintenance of the budgeting & reporting system (Prophix)
Preparation of financial analysis to improve operational / financial performance of business.
Preparation of information for the Board, directors and external parties as required
Provide support in corporate initiatives / projects.
Drive continual improvement within finance function.
IT Finance Business Partner
To deputise for the Assistant Head of FP&A in event of a significant Finance project, e.g. refinancing

Key requirements:

ACA, CIMA, ACCA qualified or equivalent
Ability to prioritise and manage own workloads, be flexible in your working style and able to work to tight deadlines
Completer finisher and have a clear logical thought process.
Inquisitive mindset, problem solver, analytical and with a high level of attention to detail
Data modelling using large datasets, possessing strong Excel / PowerPoint skillset
Interpret complex information and present in a clear and easy to understand format
Excellent communicator and presentation skills, both verbally and in writing

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