Overview


Location: 25 Shoe Lane, London, EC4A 4AU
Salary: Up to £35,000

Role: Finance Analyst

Monday to Friday

£35k 

Every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, and we’re looking for a Finance Analyst who strives to exceed expectations at every turn.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Finance Analyst to join our dynamic team in the contract catering industry. As a Finance Analyst you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of our catering and client services, ensuring accuracy and efficiency on data analysis and compliance with financial regulations. If you have a previous background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and previous experience within the hospitality or catering industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

As a member of the BaxterStorey family, you will have access to a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. Investing in your development and provide ongoing training to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role whilst being dedicated to ensuring your work-life balance thus enabling you to pursue your passion for while also taking care of yourself.

  • 28 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
  • Birthday additional holiday.
  • 3 days volunteering days.
  • 3 days grandparent leave.
  • 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave.
  • Secondary career leave.
  • Wedding/commitment day leave.
  • Free meals on shift.
  • Bespoke development training.
  • Pension and life insurance.
  • Discounts available from HAPI app, from high street shops to holidays & cinema.
  • Wellbeing hub.
  • Access to employee assistance programme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.

Overall Objective: As a Finance Analyst you will play a crucial role in providing financial insights, analysis, and support to aid in decision-making processes. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to various stakeholders. The Finance Analyst collaborates with different departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and to contribute to the overall financial health of the organization.

Financial Analysis:

  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Analyse financial data, trends, and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Provide variance analysis and insights on budget vs. actual performance.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Monitor budgetary performance and provide regular reports to management.
  • Collaborate with departments to gather relevant data for budgeting purposes.

Reporting:

  • Prepare and present financial reports to management and key stakeholders.
  • Create ad-hoc reports as needed for specific projects or analyses.

Financial Modelling:

  • Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning.
  • Perform scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of different business decisions.
  • Provide financial analysis to track financial performance of Fixed Income businesses (clusters) to drive business decisions and highlight potential shortfalls
  • Track and manage the monthly product cost allocation process
  • Monitor monthly performance against budget, estimates and prior years
  • Perform and track cost/benefit analysis for Capital Acquisitions and other projects
  • Review operating expenses and capital expenditure with department heads
  • Create dynamic reports and dashboards that highlight trends and potential red flags for both operating and capitalized spends

Cost Analysis:

  • Analyse costs and expenditures to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Provide recommendations for improving cost efficiency.

 

Forecasting and Planning:

  • Contribute to long-term financial planning and strategic initiatives.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with overall business objectives.
  • Proven experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role.
  • Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial software.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to work with tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations

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