Average Analyst salary in Hereford

This Finance Analyst role within a manufacturing business supports operational and commercial decision-making through detailed cost analysis, performance reporting, and budgeting. Working closely with production and supply chain teams, the role uses SAP to drive insight, control costs, and improve financial performance across the site.Client DetailsThis opportunity is within a well-established organisation in the manufacturing industry. The company is a medium-sized business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products and maintaining robust financial processes.DescriptionPrepare and analyse monthly management accounts, including detailed variance analysisSupport standard costing and actual costing processes across manufacturing operationsAnalyse material, labour, and overhead variances and explain performance driversMaintain and update product costings, including BOMs, routings, and overhead absorptionSupport budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cyclesPartner with operations and production teams to improve cost control and efficiencyProvide financial insight on inventory, WIP, scrap, yield, and manufacturing performanceSupport inventory valuation and stock reconciliationsUse SAP to extract, analyse, and validate financial and operational dataAssist with capital expenditure appraisals and post-investment reviewsSupport internal and external audits and ensure adherence to financial controlsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within finance and manufacturingProfileA successful Finance Analyst Costing should have:A strong background in accounting or finance within the manufacturing industry.Proficiency in cost accounting principles and financial analysis.Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.A relevant qualification in accounting, finance, or a related field.Job OfferA competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £40,000, depending on experience.Comprehensive benefits package to support your professional and personal wellbeing.An exciting opportunity to work within the manufacturing industry.A permanent position with opportunities for career development.If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Finance Analyst Costing, apply today to join a thriving organisation in Blaenavon.

Financial Planning AnalystHereford with up to 2 days WFH£40,000 - £45,000 This industry-leading Hereford manufacturer is on the lookout for a Financial Planning Analyst to support the annual budgeting process and strategic plan and provide analytical support to Sales in respect of costing, pricing and profitability. A role that would suit a part-qualified accountant, working for a successful and well-established local business.Key responsibilitiesSupporting the annual budgeting process (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)Assisting with the quarterly forecasting processProviding analytical support to Sales regarding costing, pricing and profitabilityAnalysis of margins, gross profit and cost savings for product rangeDevelopment of reporting for key projectsEnsuring integrity and accuracy of financial data by evaluating and implementing controlsPerson SpecificationPart qualified accountant studying CIMA/ACCAExperience within a manufacturing environment preferredSome costing experience would be idealExperience in budget/forecast preparation, cash flow, NPV and IRR and capital project managementStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficient with MS ExcelWe are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Your new companyHays are exclusively partnering with a fast-growing business based near Ross-on-Wye to recruit an Interim Analyst. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an evolving organisation and play a key role in enhancing how people data informs business decisions.The role - Project focusYou will take ownership of improving People & Culture reporting, with a focus on delivering insightful, data-driven outputs, including:Headcount analysis (FTEs, starters, leavers, internal movements)Attrition and retention trendsSalary, bonus, and benefits cost modellingProductivity and cost-per-head metricsLinking workforce data into the P&L and forecasting processesDay-to-day responsibilitiesExtracting, cleaning, structuring, and validating raw HR data (Excel / HR systems)Integrating people data with financial data (payroll, cost centres, budgets)Building robust, repeatable reporting solutions rather than one-off analysisProducing clear, meaningful insights that explain drivers of people costsCollaborating closely with Finance, IT, and HR to support strategic decision-makingThe overall aim is to create a joined-up, reliable view of workforce data, enabling the business to better understand:Key cost driversWorkforce efficiency and productivityFuture hiring plans and investment decisionsWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit an up-to-date copy of your CV, or get in touch for more details.If this role isn't quite right for you, but you are exploring new opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk