Financial Analyst

Job Description

As a Financial Analyst in our Edinburgh team, you will play a vital role in financial planning and analysis. You will work closely with various departments to provide insights that drive business performance and support strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide insights through detailed financial analysis and reporting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies in collaboration with senior management.
• Conduct market analysis to support business development efforts.
• Monitor and report on financial KPIs regularly.
• Assist in developing financial policies and procedures.
• Work on special projects as required by the finance department.
• Strengthen financial controls and risk management practices.
• Prepare presentations for stakeholders on financial performance.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance financial reporting systems.
• Ensure data integrity within financial databases and reporting tools.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional qualification (CFA, CIMA) is an advantage

Experience

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in financial roles

Technical Skills

• Financial Reporting
• Budgeting

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Teamwork

Advantageous

• Experience in Investment Analysis: Ability to analyse investments and provide recommendations.
• Proficiency in SQL: Experience with SQL for data extraction and reporting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Company-sponsored training programs
• Work-from-home options
• Annual leave and sick pay

Company Culture

• Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and creative problem-solving to drive our business forward.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to support our employees.
• Diversity: Our team is diverse, and we celebrate the unique perspectives each individual brings to the workplace.