Finance Analyst - Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Butlin's are looking for a Finance Analyst to join the Finance team based in Hemel Hempstead.  Reporting into the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, we are looking for an enthusiastic accountant who can help support our business.

Purpose of the role:

The purpose of this role is to provide support to our operators across all areas of the business by reviewing data and narrating performance, identifying business opportunities and providing recommendations.

The individual will ensure that weekly reports are created and distributed across the business. They will be the first point of contact for any queries.

They will also complete ad hoc analysis in line with business requirements and will spend time data gathering and financial modelling.

Key Responsibilities:

To run and improve our current standard business reports

To support Butlin's by producing insightful analysis

To assist in process set up and documentation

To support the budgeting and forecasting process

To develop and improve period reporting

To review Head Office accounts

Key Accountabilities:

Weekly and Monthly Reporting and causal analysis

Reviewing and adjusting accounts within Hemel Support including Entertainment and Marketing spend

Working with the forecasting system to prepare, publish and narrate budgets/forecasts and risks and opportunities

Reviewing cost lines within the P&L and investigating methodologies and discrepancies.

Posting Journals and reviewing cost transfers on occasion

Key Skills Required:

Excellent Excel skills - vlookup / sumif / pivot tables / basic knowledge of sql databases (not compulsory - this can be taught)

Ability to learn new systems
Excellent people and communication skills

Driven and confident

Proactive and positive approach to improving processes

Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Commercially aware

Attention to detail / self-motivator / comfortable with working in a fast-paced environment

Willing to engage with Resort teams and build relationships

Passionate about our brand

About us:

We're introducing the UK to the new attitude and mindset of what Butlin's is and always has been about - having as much fun as possible. Whether you're a child or an adult, it's a place where you go all in, give everything, try everything, and have tons of fun doing it.

For over 80 years we've delighted millions of families by giving them a great time with memories that last a lifetime, and our much-loved resorts are places full of excitement, fun, variety and opportunity. We're not just here to do a job - we're passionate about Butlin's

Our founder Billy Butlin said: "You'll never get more out of life than doing a job that you enjoy." If you love people, join our great team who love to delight our guests. And you'll enjoy the opportunity of a lifetime. www.butlinscareers.co.uk

What do we offer:

Discounted Haven, Butlin's and Warner Leisure Hotels holidays for you, your family and friends

Reward and recognition schemes

Externally recognised qualifications to give you the opportunity to develop and progress

Lifestyle and shopping discounts and benefits

The safety of our team has always been our number one priority and now more than ever, we will raise our standards and expectations even higher. We have been working tirelessly since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic to find ways of being able to re-open our business by adapting how we operate, ensuring we continue to give our guests a great time with memories that last a lifetime, in a world of social distancing and an unwavering focus on cleanliness.

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