Operations Finance Analyst

Job Description

We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented Operations Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Finance team at our Watford Support Centre. This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to support financial reporting, analysis, and month-end processes, while contributing to operational finance initiatives. As an Operations Finance Analyst, you’ll be responsible for managing key financial data and providing valuable insights to support decision-making across the business. Candidates should have at least one year of finance experience, particularly covering month-end reporting, debits, and credits.

Why Join Us as an Operations Finance Analyst?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career, our Operations Finance Analyst role offers the perfect platform. You’ll work with experienced finance professionals, gain exposure to operational and commercial finance, and access a comprehensive development programme. Plus, our flexible hybrid working approach ensures a healthy balance of office collaboration and remote focus time.

Operations Finance Analyst Key Responsibilities

• Management accounting for Stores and Operations — including Development Property, Salary, and Legal costs.

• Complete month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments, P&L generation, variance analysis, and commentary.

• Balance sheet reconciliations with risk and opportunity analysis, reporting directly to the Head of Operations Finance.

• Respond to P&L queries from Store teams quickly and professionally.

• Track risks and opportunities, proactively highlighting financial issues.

• Ensure accurate reporting for the Operations and Property team.

• Support regear modelling and new store proposals for Board approval.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with VAT and Fixed Asset teams.

 What We’re Looking For in an Operations Finance Analyst

• Graduate, part-qualified CIMA/ACCA professional (or working toward it).

• At least one year’s finance experience, covering month-end reporting and core financial processes.

• Strong Excel and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Organised, proactive, and enthusiastic about continuous learning.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.