Average Financial Analyst salary in Hertfordshire

Role: Our client is looking for an immediate, temporary, Finance Analyst to assist them for 14 months. You be will be responsible for following duties: Business partnering with all Sales Team to review numbers weekly, monthly, adhoc focusing on Net Sales by Brand & Customer & Profitability down to Gross ContributionMargin Analysis looking at sales & Cog mix impact on business profitabilityP&L analysis by Customer & BrandUpdating & reviewing sales pricing in demand modelDaily Sales Report completion & Weekly review meeting with Sales Controllers & MD of PrestigeWorking on the monthly forecast with Sales Team & Business ControllerAssisting with the 2025 Budget creationVariance Analysis Reporting Internal & to RegionalPromotional AnalysisAssist with ALL Customer, Supplier and PO queries from the teams including training on the PO system in JDE Month End TasksPreparing month end journals for open invoices, Sales Spend accruals fixed & variable, checking revenue recognition at month end.Updating actuals by Brand & CustomerEnsuring approval of invoices and POs Reviewing aged POs & Accruals and deciding course of actionSupport the finance team during month end close & upload of forecast numbers into the SystemSupporting with Business Review Deck Adhoc Analysis and project work: When required, with ability to turn around work accurately and working to tight deadlines. Assisting with annual audit & any SOX related tasks Profile: The successful temporary Finance Analyst will have experience working in a commercial role and exposure to month end. You will likely be part qualified with strong excel skills. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role. Client: Our client are a leading Retail Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits: The temporary Finance Analyst role will be paying circa £20 - £25 per hour, dependant on experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself

KennedyPearce are hiring a Finance Analyst for a facilities Management company. This role is located in Kensington and will be 5 days a week in the office. This position is newly created and will play a key role in financial planning, budget management, and reporting to ensure the financial health of the location. This role reports into an Account Director and ideal candidate will be part qualified/ finalist level with a desired background from hotels, property or facilities management The role: Financial Planning and Analysis: Develop, review, and implement financial strategies, plans, and budgets aligned with the company's objectives.Conduct financial analysis, forecasts, and variances to provide insights for decision-making and operational improvements. Budget Management: Monitor, control, and report on the financial performance of the site by managing budgets, expenses, and revenue streams.Collaborate with department heads to ensure budget adherence and recommend adjustments as needed. Financial Reporting: Assemble, prepare and summarise data to structure and present sophisticated and accurate financial reports, statements, and analyses including financial status and risks in a timely manner to senior management and stakeholders.Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and process analysis.Conduct studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models Identifying trends, advise and recommend actions to senior management based on sound analysis.Track and determine financial status by analysing actual results in comparison with forecasts.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal policies. Financial Operations Oversight: Supervise financial transactions, including payroll, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable and reconcile financial discrepancies.Implement financial controls, procedures, and best practices to safeguard company assets and maintain financial integrity.Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance.Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives to support an efficient and smooth-running operation. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks by monitoring market trends, financial indicators, and internal controls. Qualifications and Requirements: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, CPA) preferred.Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, analysis, and reporting, preferably in a similar role.Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Alexander Lloyd are proud to be exclusively partnering a progressive and forward thinking International Retail/FMCG Organisation with the key hire of a Financial Analyst. The Finance Analyst will directly help to increase group profitability by delivering timely & accurate reporting, providing value added analysis & insights on company past and future performance and pro-actively helping the wider team perform efficiently. This is an exciting role for someone who is interested to learn about, and support, multiple areas of the organisation; work cross-functionally and have a company-wide impact. This is an exciting organisation with significant growth plans, offering clear career progression opportunities! Location - London or Surrey (Hybrid Working Long-Term) £50,000-£55,000 + Benefits (Study Support offered if required) Key Responsibilities Work closely with the regional Commercial Finance teams and Commercial leads to ensure monthly reporting is 'fit for purpose'; working to address any gaps or omissions and assisting with communication & understandingPlay a key role in the creation, compliation and consolidation of the monthly/ quarterly/ annual forecastsUpdate Gross to Net reporting and help to drive insights, looking at Customer, Product Range and format mix vs Prior year, budget and forecastAssist with the analysis of analysing gross to net and average selling price performance for each region, customer and brand. Sharing outputs with the regional finance business partners. Qualifications and Experience Part Qualified/Finalist Accountant with industry experience in a similar roleIdeally retail/FMCG/Consumer sector experienceExperience using Adaptive Insights/Power BI or similar, SAP is preferableProven experience of extracting & manipulating data from a variety of sourcesExceptional communication and presentation skillsCommercial finance experience Please quote (last five digits 50725) when calling Alexander Lloyd. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, Commercial Finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest