Finance Analyst

Reporting to Finance Manager, the role is to maintain accounting records and support the production of management accounts and statutory information for the Marketing business and the National Advertising Fund.

Provide business support to the Marketing and Digital Marketing teams, including the production of timely and accurate financial information, supported with analysis that allows the business to make better commercial decisions.

Pay range: This range is provided by KennedyPearce Consulting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Responsibilities

Responsible for end to end preparation of management accounts for the marketing function and the National Advertising Fund to ensure a robust and clean close each month

Preparation and posting of monthly accruals and prepayment journals

Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are completed each period

Support in the delivery of monthly management reports to ensure accurate and timely periodic reporting to budget, forecast etc. along with a full understanding of periodic variances and assessment of all risks and opportunities undertaken with the relevant budget holders each period

Support the finance manager in the annual budget & five year plan process for marketing and NAF to deliver a robust financial plan in line with company objectives

Support in delivery of monthly financial reporting for the NAF to be shared with franchisees, ensuring accurate and timely period reporting against budget and a full understanding of the variances

Ensure principles of allocation to the NAF are adhered to

Ad hoc project and financial reporting work where required

Qualifications

Part qualified or newly qualified accountant

Strong understanding of core accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations

Motivated and collaborative individual who combines strong financial acumen with a proactive, team-oriented mindset

The desire to challenge existing processes and implement positive change with a hands‑on style

Demonstrate confidence in working with Excel and good analytical skills

Experience of producing and presenting financial information to finance and non-finance stakeholders

Excellent attention to detail

Responsive/agile working style with the ability to prioritise

Ability to effectively communicate at all levels and provide easy to understand commentary and investment papers

Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

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