Finance Analyst

Harper May is working with a financial services business that is seeking a Finance Analyst to support its finance function. The organisation operates within a regulated environment and is focused on maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, and using high-quality financial information to support business performance.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Finance Analyst will support financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting across the business. This role will involve working closely with financial data, supporting month-end processes, and providing insight to assist budgeting, forecasting, and wider decision-making.

This is a hands-on role within a structured finance environment, suited to someone with strong analytical skills and an interest in reporting, controls, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs
• Assist with reconciliations and help ensure accuracy across financial reporting
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes across the business
• Deliver variance analysis and provide insight into financial performance
• Assist with financial modelling to support planning and decision-making
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Support reporting across multiple entities, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Assist with audit preparation and year-end reporting requirements
• Contribute to process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements
• Work closely with the Financial Controller and wider finance team to support timely and accurate reporting
• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making

Candidate Profile

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA part-qualified or fully qualified
• Experience in a Finance Analyst, or similar role
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliations
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Background within financial services or a regulated environment is advantageous
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data handling capability
• Able to work effectively within a structured finance environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to work with senior stakeholders