Graduate Financial Analyst

About the Role

Our client is seeking bright and analytical Graduate Financial Analysts to join their finance department in Leeds . This role provides an outstanding platform for individuals looking to build a career in finance, offering exposure to financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will support the finance team in managing financial data, preparing reports, and contributing to budgeting processes. We are looking for candidates with a strong quantitative aptitude, excellent attention to detail, and a keen interest in financial markets and business performance. This is a crucial role for supporting informed strategic decisions within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes for various departments.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify variances and trends, providing insights to management.
• Maintain and update financial models and databases.
• Help in reconciling financial discrepancies and ensuring data accuracy.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects as required by the finance team.

Requirements

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive training and support for professional qualifications (e.g., CIMA, ACCA).
• Exposure to diverse financial operations in Leeds .
• Pension scheme and health benefits.
• A professional and collaborative working environment.