Senior Financial Analyst

Biffa

. Support the preparation and review of month-end accounts, ensuring accurate and timely delivery against internal reporting deadlines and agreed SLAs .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeHigh Wycombe • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in management accounting principles, financial controls, and process improvements, with a focus on accuracy and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in advanced Excel and Microsoft Office applications, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and team collaboration.

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Management Accounting PrinciplesFinancial Controls DevelopmentAdvanced Excel SkillsStakeholder ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Management AccountingFinancial AnalysisBalance Sheet ReconciliationFinancial ReportingData Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationProactive ApproachCollaborationAttention to DetailProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACIMA

Industry Keywords

Financial ControlsStakeholder RelationshipsMonth-End AccountsSLA ComplianceDivisional Finance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the preparation and review of month-end accounts, ensuring accurate and timely delivery against internal reporting deadlines and agreed SLAs
Own and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring robust controls, appropriate supporting evidence and timely resolution of issues
Provide challenge and guidance to Divisional Finance teams on accounting treatments, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and principles
Support the Head of Divisional Accounting in developing, monitoring and strengthening financial controls, processes and disciplines across the function
Drive improvements to existing processes, schedules and ways of working, introducing standardised and fit-for-purpose approaches across the divisions
Work closely with the Finance Optimisation team, Divisional and Group FBPs to identify and deliver process improvements and support future development requirements
Act as a key point of contact for Divisional Finance teams, building strong stakeholder relationships and leading regular, meaningful review and feedback sessions
Support team capacity planning, coach and review the work of Financial Analysts, provide cover where required and deputise for the Head of Divisional Accounting when needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years’ experience in a finance or management accounts environment
Strong understanding of management accounting principles and best practice
Fully or part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification (desirable)
Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and a focus on accuracy
Advanced Excel skills and strong overall IT literacy
Experience across Microsoft Office applications
Proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to use initiative, manage priorities and meet deadlines
Pragmatic and solutions-focused approach to problem solving
Focus on delivering outcomes that meet end-user requirements
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build effective relationships across Finance and non-Finance teams
Collaborative, can-do approach
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively as part of a wider team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diversity and equality championed in the working environment