via reed · 3 June 2026 ·3 days ago

Finance Analyst

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Hedge End Full-time GBP 50,000 – 50,000
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Finance Analyst (12–18 Month FTC)
Location: Southampton (with weekly travel)
Salary: Competitive (Grade 4/5)
Type: Fixed-Term Contract

We’re supporting a global, market-leading organisation in their search for a Finance Analyst to join their UK finance team on a 12–18 month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially-minded analyst who enjoys partnering with stakeholders and influencing business performance.

The Role

Based in a central finance team, you’ll support operational teams by delivering insightful financial analysis, shaping decision-making, and driving improvements across financial processes. This role offers strong exposure to commercial finance within a dynamic sales and service environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decision-making

  • Partner with managers on reporting, pricing, payment plans, and commercial terms

  • Support and coordinate the annual planning and budgeting process

  • Assist with ad hoc finance tasks including investment proposals and reporting

  • Maintain cost centre structures and ensure data accuracy across accounts

  • Support statutory reporting, tax submissions, and year-end processes

  • Improve and develop financial processes and reporting tools

  • Act as a key contact for finance-related queries across stakeholders

  • Support SAP finance processes and data consistency

  • Contribute to additional areas such as fleet and duty-related analysis

About You
  • Experience in a finance analyst or similar role within a commercial environment

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to present clear, actionable insights

  • Experience with SAP and ideally Power BI (or similar BI tools)

  • Confident working with financial data and reporting

  • Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently

  • Willing to travel weekly to support stakeholders

Why Apply?
  • Join a highly respected, global business with a strong UK presence

  • Gain valuable commercial finance exposure and stakeholder engagement experience

  • Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking finance team

If you’re a driven Finance Analyst looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.

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