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Strategic Finance Analyst
Manchester (Hybrid - minimum 1 day/week in office)
Permanent | £50,000-£55,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Join a High-Impact Finance Function
We're working with a leading organisation in Manchester to recruit a Strategic Finance Analyst who will play a key role in driving financial insight and supporting business-critical decisions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded analyst with strong modelling skills and a proactive approach to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain financial models to support business performance and new commercial opportunities.
Deliver deep-dive financial analysis to generate actionable insights.
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with cross-functional teams.
Analyse variances between actual and forecast results, identifying key drivers.
Prepare strategic reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior stakeholders.
Produce the monthly business review pack with accurate data and commentary.
Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to evaluate performance and guide decision-making.
Ensure data integrity through strong financial controls and validation.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency.
Candidate Profile
Professionally qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Advanced Excel skills, including modelling, pivot tables, and data visualisation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
Commercial acumen with the ability to translate data into business insight.
Confident communicator, able to present complex information clearly.
Experience in fleet services, energy, or financial services (desirable).
Familiarity with ERP/financial systems such as Oracle, Business Objects, or Peoplesoft (advantageous).
What's in It for You?
Competitive salary: £50,000-£55,000 (depending on experience)
Annual company bonus
Hybrid working from Manchester City Centre office (minimum 1 day/week)
37.5-hour work week (8:30am-5:00pm)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more)
Industry-leading pension scheme
Life assurance and income protection
Access to discounts and perks platform
Comprehensive employee wellbeing support
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to bring your financial expertise to a strategic, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration.
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