Group Finance Business Analyst
We’re looking for a Group Finance Business Analyst to join our Business Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is part‑qualified or looking to develop a career in finance, and wants to gain hands‑on experience in a collaborative, professional services environment.
You’ll work closely with the Group Business Manager and wider leadership team, gaining valuable exposure to how financial insight supports decision‑making across the business. If you’re curious, proactive, and keen to learn, this role will give you the platform to grow.
Location: All UK offices (Aberdeen, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, London, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
What you’ll be doing
- Help deliver the month‑end process, including gathering data, reconciling figures and preparing draft commentary
- Support the production of key reports such as KPIs, utilisation and trading performance
- Maintain and update budget and forecast information in financial systems
- Respond to day‑to‑day financial queries from a range of stakeholders
Contributing to business planning
- Support resource planning and headcount tracking
- Assist in preparing materials for leadership meetings and planning cycles
- Provide support on firmwide processes such as promotions, performance reviews and remuneration
Providing commercial insight
- Assist with pricing queries and financial analysis for proposals
- Support secondment analysis to help ensure commercial decision‑making
Improving processes
- Identify opportunities to make reporting and processes more efficient
- Support the rollout of new systems and ways of working
- Partner with colleagues across Business Management and FP&A teams
- Contribute to cross‑team and cross‑office initiatives
- Help ensure a consistent and high‑quality approach across the firm
Developing your career
- Take ownership of your professional development, including studying towards a relevant qualification
- Make the most of training and development opportunities available
What we’re looking for
We’re keen to hear from individuals who are motivated to build their career in finance and enjoy working in a team environment.
You’ll ideally have:
- Part‑qualified status (ACCA, ACA or CIMA), or a strong interest in working towards a qualification
- Experience in a finance, analytical or business support role (professional services experience is helpful but not essential)
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good Excel skills and confidence working with data
- A keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills
What will help you succeed in this role
- A proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn
- Confidence communicating with different stakeholders
- A collaborative approach and ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility to adapt in a fast‑paced environment
- A sense of ownership and pride in your work
What you’ll get in return
- A supportive environment focused on learning and development
- Exposure to senior stakeholders and business decision‑making
- Opportunities to grow and progress your career in finance
- A collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised and valued
We are a Disability Confident employer, a top Stonewall employer, a Valuable 500 member, a signatory of the Race at Work Charter, and a proud partner of Neurodiversity in Law. We encourage and value different ideas and styles of thinking.
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We’re looking for a Group Finance Business Analyst to join our Business Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is part‑qualified or looking to develop a career in finance, and wants to gain hands‑on experience in a collaborative, professional services environment.
You’ll work closely with the Group Business Manager and wider leadership team, gaining valuable exposure to how financial insight supports decision‑making across the business. If you’re curious, proactive, and keen to learn, this role will give you the platform to grow.
Location: All UK offices (Aberdeen, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, London, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
What you’ll be doing
- Help deliver the month‑end process, including gathering data, reconciling figures and preparing draft commentary
- Support the production of key reports such as KPIs, utilisation and trading performance
- Maintain and update budget and forecast information in financial systems
- Respond to day‑to‑day financial queries from a range of stakeholders
Contributing to business planning
- Support resource planning and headcount tracking
- Assist in preparing materials for leadership meetings and planning cycles
- Provide support on firmwide processes such as promotions, performance reviews and remuneration
Providing commercial insight
- Assist with pricing queries and financial analysis for proposals
- Support secondment analysis to help ensure commercial decision‑making
Improving processes
- Identify opportunities to make reporting and processes more efficient
- Support the rollout of new systems and ways of working
- Partner with colleagues across Business Management and FP&A teams
- Contribute to cross‑team and cross‑office initiatives
- Help ensure a consistent and high‑quality approach across the firm
Developing your career
- Take ownership of your professional development, including studying towards a relevant qualification
- Make the most of training and development opportunities available
What we’re looking for
We’re keen to hear from individuals who are motivated to build their career in finance and enjoy working in a team environment.
You’ll ideally have:
- Part‑qualified status (ACCA, ACA or CIMA), or a strong interest in working towards a qualification
- Experience in a finance, analytical or business support role (professional services experience is helpful but not essential)
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good Excel skills and confidence working with data
- A keen eye for detail and strong organisational skills
What will help you succeed in this role
- A proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn
- Confidence communicating with different stakeholders
- A collaborative approach and ability to work as part of a team
- Flexibility to adapt in a fast‑paced environment
- A sense of ownership and pride in your work
What you’ll get in return
- A supportive environment focused on learning and development
- Exposure to senior stakeholders and business decision‑making
- Opportunities to grow and progress your career in finance
- A collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised and valued
We are a Disability Confident employer, a top Stonewall employer, a Valuable 500 member, a signatory of the Race at Work Charter, and a proud partner of Neurodiversity in Law. We encourage and value different ideas and styles of thinking.
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