Graduate Financial Analyst

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and ambitious Graduate Financial Analyst to join their finance department in Southampton . This role is an excellent entry point into the finance industry, providing exposure to financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will support the finance team in managing financial data, contributing to budgeting processes, and preparing insightful financial reports. If you possess strong numerical abilities and a keen interest in finance, this opportunity offers significant scope for professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, gathering data and performing initial analyses.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and forecast.
• Help maintain financial models and databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Provide analytical support for business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Respond to financial queries from various stakeholders within the organisation.

Requirements

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel , including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with clear career progression pathways.
• Comprehensive training in financial analysis and reporting tools.
• Exposure to key financial operations in a dynamic business environment in Southampton .
• A supportive team culture focused on professional development.
• Opportunities to gain professional qualifications (e.g., CIMA, ACCA).