Finance Analyst

You will be empowered to build strong cross‑functional relationships, influence key stakeholders, and translate complex financial insights into clear, actionable recommendations. With exposure to senior management and involvement in high‑profile projects, this position is perfect for someone who thrives in an environment where collaboration and knowledge‑sharing are valued.

As a Finance Analyst based in St Albans, you will play an integral role in supporting through expert financial analysis and collaborative teamwork. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will involve partnering with directors to provide valuable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will be instrumental in forecasting cycles, evaluating new product developments, and refining financial processes that span multiple functions. By translating complex data into accessible information for colleagues from diverse backgrounds, you will help shape the future direction of some of the UK’s most beloved brands.

Success in this role requires not only technical expertise but also excellent interpersonal skills, as you work together with various teams to achieve shared goals.

• Provide insightful financial analysis and support to managers and their teams, enabling robust decision‑making that considers both short‑term results and long‑term performance drivers.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to facilitate key forecast cycles and deliver accurate financial projections for new product development initiatives.
• Support the Finance team by improving essential financial processes across multiple departments, ensuring efficiency and value creation throughout the organisation.
• Translate complex financial data into clear recommendations for non‑finance colleagues, fostering understanding and informed choices across the business.
• Contribute to the analysis of financial performance for existing products as well as new launches, identifying trends and opportunities for growth.
• Assist in preparing detailed reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key findings and actionable insights.
• Work alongside marketing teams to evaluate the commercial viability of brand strategies and promotional activities.
• Participate actively in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cross‑functional collaboration within finance operations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations while maintaining high standards of accuracy in all financial reporting activities.

To excel as a Finance Analyst in this dynamic setting, your proven experience will include recognised accountancy qualifications alongside hands‑on exposure to commercial finance roles. Your ability to foster trust‑based relationships with colleagues from various disciplines will be crucial as you navigate cross‑functional projects. You will demonstrate an aptitude for analysing large volumes of data with precision while communicating findings in an accessible manner.

Your commitment to accuracy underpins every aspect of your work, ensuring reliable outcomes that support business objectives. The ideal candidate will also possess strong interpersonal skills that encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among teams. Experience with in FMCG or branded sectors would further enhance your suitability for this role.

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is required to ensure you bring recognised expertise in accounting standards and practices.
• Previous experience in commercial or analytical finance equips you with the ability to interpret data within a business context.
• Exceptional business partnering skills enable you to build dependable relationships across different functions within the organisation.
• Outstanding analytical abilities allow you to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that inform strategic decisions.
• Meticulous attention to detail ensures accuracy in all aspects of financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills help you explain complex financial concepts clearly to colleagues without a finance background.
• A collaborative approach supports effective teamwork across departments when delivering projects or process improvements.
• Proven track record of supporting new product development through rigorous financial evaluation is highly desirable.
• Experience working within fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) or branded environments would be advantageous but not essential.