Financial Analyst

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Analyst to support the reporting and analysis of non-financial metrics and costs for our Research publishing division. This role will be instrumental in automating, maintaining, and rolling forward reporting files that support monthly, quarterly, and annual business cycles. You’ll work closely with senior business partners across the organisation, providing insightful analysis and ensuring the reliability of key operational and cost-related data.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a finance or data background who enjoys working with complex spreadsheets and tools, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about building and maintaining robust reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and develop reporting files related to non-financial metrics and costs across Books & Journals publishing.
• Automate manual reporting tasks using tools such as Excel Macros, Power Automate, or Python to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Roll forward and refresh files for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, ensuring timely and accurate updates.
• Collaborate closely with senior Finance and Business stakeholders to understand requirements and provide actionable insights.
• Ensure data integrity across systems and files, reconciling discrepancies and flagging potential issues.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and scenario modelling using Excel, Looker, and Google BigQuery (GBQ).
• Document and maintain clear processes for recurring tasks and file management to ensure sustainability and team handovers.
• Drive improvements in reporting quality, standardisation, and automation.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Advanced Excel skills, including writing and maintaining macros and complex formulas.
• Experience with reporting automation (e.g., Power Automate, Python, or similar).
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage regular reporting cycles independently.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work with senior business partners.
• Attention to detail and ability to problem-solve data and reporting issues.
• Strong team player who can also work autonomously.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and managing multiple priorities.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Looker and Google BigQuery (GBQ).
• Background or interest in finance, publishing, or operational metrics.
• Previous experience in a publishing or content-focused business environment.

Qualifications

Formal finance qualifications are not required. However, a background in finance, data analysis, or reporting will be an advantage.

Eligibility

In accordance with our internal career movement guidance, 12 months in current role is a requirement before applying to a new role.

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