Data Analyst - London, United Kingdom - Lorien

Description

We are working with a marketing agency, joining the finance side of things with 100+ strong Finance org, with global hubs managing over £500M of annual revenue in their Content practice.

The Finance Data Specialist is based in London and reports to the Head of FP&A.

This team is charged with leading the forecasting and reporting across complex cross-functional teams to create visibility, financial discipline, and ultimately improve the bottom-line.

You compile and clean data from many sources, building analytical models, validation tools, and dashboards that directly support initiatives, overall strategic vision, and day-to-day operations.

In addition, this position provides analytical support for cross-functional management reporting, looking at utilization and other KPI's as an indication of financial health.

You demonstrate competency and enthusiasm for executing data and analytical strategies.
You have a high aptitude for financial modeling.

You have a passion for data wrangling and an eye for applying data visualization best practices to high-quality reporting products.

You will be challenged to grow professionally by mastering advanced skills in quantitative analysis, and will be expected to use your financial prowess to develop data-driven financial models that provide valuable insights for the business.

Compile information from various databases and data systems.

Conduct financial analysis, support development of forecasts, and create and maintain financial models to support planning and month end processes, including validation exercises.

Contribute to a diverse set of operational improvement projects, including deliverables such as processes analysis, solution design, implementation plans, and training/communication.

Perform different ad-hoc activities such as validation and system reconciliations.

Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems; analytical work experience in finance, accounting, and/or any related field required.

Proven experience in Finance Data Specialist role. Experience in the creative or production services industry is a plus.
Strong financial analysis skills, with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis.
Knowledge of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial metrics.
Proficiency in financial software and advanced spreadsheet (Google Sheets) skills.
Understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and trend identification.
Advanced working knowledge of spreadsheets (Google Sheets) and experience with business intelligence programs.
Experience organizing and analyzing large data sets from multiple sources.
Comfort working with potentially ambiguous problems and working on projects that are consistently new and challenging.
Experience with or willingness to master financial and reporting systems;