Graduate Financial Analyst

About the Role

Our client is seeking bright and motivated Graduate Financial Analysts to join their esteemed finance department in Reading . This role provides an excellent foundation for a career in finance, offering exposure to critical financial operations, reporting, and analysis. You will support the finance team in managing financial data, preparing reports, and contributing to financial planning and forecasting activities. This is a superb opportunity for individuals with a strong aptitude for numbers and a desire to develop expertise in financial analysis and management within a dynamic corporate setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required by management.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• An eagerness to learn and develop within the finance sector.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate starting salary.
• Support towards professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, CIMA).
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid working model offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Opportunity to contribute to key financial decisions within the organisation.