Finance Projects Analyst at careers-kingfisher2 in UK-Southampton

Job description

• We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 7 0 ,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to lif e . Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality . Join us and help shape the future of home improvement.
• As a Finance Projects Analyst, you'll support key finance transformation, governance and operational excellence initiatives across Group Functions Finance. Working with stakeholders around the Group, you'll provide data-driven insights, project coordination and process improvement support to deliver meaningful change, enhance ways of working and increase efficiency across the Finance function.

Responsibilities

• Deliver analytical support across finance transformation, operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.
• Analyse financial and operational data, providing insights and recommendations to support project delivery and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain project tracking, reporting and dashboards to monitor progress, milestones and outcomes for senior stakeholders.
• Support finance governance, controls and approval frameworks, ensuring effective and compliant processes.
• Act as a key link between Finance, Procurement, Shared Services (GBS) and business stakeholders, coordinating workshops, communications and project activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and finance performance, while supporting and deputising for the Senior Operational Finance Manager - Projects when required.

Requirements

• Finance experience with a recognised accounting qualification (or working towards one), supported by strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced Excel expertise, with experience managing large datasets and producing meaningful insights.
• Competent Power BI user with the ability to develop reporting and performance dashboards.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, confident presenting to a range of audiences.
• Experience within a GNFR or financial control environment is advantageous; French language skills are beneficial but not essential.

Skills

Required

• Advanced Excel
• Power BI
• Organisational skills
• Stakeholder management
• Communication skills

Preferred

• French language skills

Benefits

• An inclusive environment where your potential is limited only by your imagination. We encourage new ideas , support experimentation, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here .
• We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career. Scroll down below to find out more about our benefits.