Finance Analyst (12 month contract)

Company: HAYS
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Finance Analyst required for 12 month contract

Your new company Bristol based business

Your new role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This role sits at the heart of Supply Chain & Operations, providing key financial insights and commercial support across multiple business functions.You will act as a trusted finance partner, working closely with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams. This is a fantastic chance to develop your analytical, business partnering, and reporting skills in a highly collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Performance & Analysis

  • Prepare and analyse monthly slow-moving inventory reports, identifying risks and trends to support decision-making
  • Deliver inventory reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis, including root cause investigations
  • Partner with Supply Chain and Commercial teams across multiple locations to provide actionable insights
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes for costs
  • Assist with value creation tracking and performance reporting initiatives
  • Support month-end reporting, including data validation and variance analysis
  • Maintain and update customer pricing files accurately and on time
  • Contribute to ad hoc projects such as cost analysis, contract support, and process improvements

Governance & Controls

  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data within systems
  • Support balance sheet reconciliations and timely resolution of discrepancies
  • Assist with year-end activities and audit requirements

What you’ll need to succeed

  • Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
  • Working towards (or recently completed) a professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • 1-3 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role
  • Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex data
  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset

What you’ll get in return

  • Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)
  • Early Friday finishes
  • Modern Bristol office location
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance programmes
  • Additional lifestyle and retail discounts
  • What you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. INDHAF#4808534…

    Posted: July 7th, 2026