Job Role: Finance Analyst

Location:
Luton Job Sector: Finance Hours: 35 hours per week As a Finance Analyst you will contribute to our vision of being the leading residential property manager, as recognised by others by: Providing high quality financial support and business partnering our Operations and Corporate finance Assisting in driving and improving performance through financial analysis This role reports to the Finance Manager About You You are ideally AAT qualified and studying for a further professional qualification, with excellent accounting knowledge and first-hand experience of working in an accounting environment, and are seeking a new role in a fast paced environment. Having strong analytical, communication and MS Office skills, means you can deliver analysis with a clear focus, accurately and with an excellent attention to detail. You thrive in a high pressure environment, and are organised to work to deadlines. About Us FirstPort is the largest and most experienced residential property manager in the UK, employing more than 3,000 colleagues dedicated to looking after peoples' home. Great property management is about more than just bricks and mortar. We recognise and value the contribution our people make to our business and we are committed to ensuring they are skilled and equipped to do the best job they can and that they have the opportunity to realise their full potential. Our Values set out the commitments we have made to deliver excellent service and they inform the relationships that we have with customers and clients. They shape our culture and are used in measuring and rewarding performance. Main Responsibilities Business Partner to the Regional Managers, including client meetings Forecasting and Budgeting - responsibility over all lines on P&L and Balance Sheet for BTR Pricing - support Regional Managers on Pricing decisions, modelling and scenario planning Monthly Management Reporting Ownership of Risks and Opportunities Support Operations in design and reporting on KPIs, Balanced Scorecard, Targets to drive activity Establish and embed clear and rapid escalation processes for issue resolution Strengthen relationships with Operations through professional and challenging business partnering Maintain clear and accurate communications to line manager Support Line Manager as required Our Values Friendly - We look out for people's best interests, and show them we care by dealing with them in a warm and friendly manner. Inventive - We're creative and resourceful. We strive to improve what we do and how we do it, so we can provide the best ideas and solutions to look after people, their homes and communities. Respectful - We listen, consult and take on-board people's opinions and needs. We understand the importance of the home and community in people's lives, and act with respect at all times. Skilled - We've the qualifications, experience and take great pride in our work to consistently deliver the highest standards and value for money. We're informed, and we're always building on that knowledge to constantly improve our quality of service. Trustworthy - We're always professional, reliable, open and honest. People can depend on us to keep our promises and follow through on our commitments. The Benefits Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We'll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health. Diversity We're committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants. Ready to Apply? Click here to apply for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online. If you meet the criteria for the role we'll be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend interviews with the hiring manager and up to three other key stakeholders