Finance Transformation Analyst

BNP Paribas Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance organization is seeking a Finance Transformation Analyst for a 6-month contract in Solihull. The role focuses on identifying optimization opportunities in finance systems and supporting strategic projects. Responsibilities include leading process improvements and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have advanced data querying skills, finance experience, and strong project management abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Health Cash Plan Scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in finance systems and optimization.
• Ability to review and challenge existing controls.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium-sized process improvement projects.
• Support design and deployment of UAT and pre-prod tests.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure project progression.

Skills

Advanced Data Querying Skills

Python

Tableau

SQL

Finance and Accounting experience

Internal Controls Experience

Project management qualification

Job description

Job Title: Finance Transformation Analyst (FTC 6 Months)

Location: Solihull; a flexible hybrid working model which supports you as well as enabling you to work collaboratively with your colleagues

Hours: Full time, Permanent

A bit about us:

At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we are proud to be part of a global banking group. Our mission is simple: to provide straightforward consumer finance solutions that empower customers to make responsible financial decisions. We partner with some of the UK’s most well‑known retailers and brands to help their customers finance purchases in a responsible way.

The Role:

In line with the Finance transformation and projects schedule, take a leading role in identifying finance systems and processes optimisation opportunities as well as supporting the implementation of the ongoing (and future) strategic Finance projects and initiatives. The role involves reviewing and challenging the existing controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or support small to medium‑size process improvement projects, including project planning, stakeholders’ management and engagement and change management.
• Proactively support the design and deployment of UAT and pre‑prod. Tests for Finance strategic projects.
• Support the wider Finance leadership in the review and implementation of more efficient accounting controls in line with Group standards.
• Analyse the end‑to‑end data flows within the designated Finance systems and processes, support with the documentation and the implementation of any missing consistency and completeness controls.
• Communicate effectively with the different stakeholders, including IT, other business units and/or Group to ensure the projects are progressing correctly.
• Support the Head of Finance Systems and Change for the projects and transformation as required.

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced Data Querying Skills, knowledge in systems such as Python, Tableau, SQL
• Experience In Finance and Accounting areas
• Internal Controls Experience
• Able to challenge current procedures and make recommendations
• Project management qualification or similar is desirable
• Ability to communicate and influence all levels of management and work with other departments

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and a contributory pension scheme
• Access to our Health Cash Plan Scheme
• A multi‑award‑winning flexible benefits platform offering life insurance, private medical insurance, or lifestyle benefits that include discounts on dining, cinema, and days out
• The opportunity to buy and sell holidays, giving you even more control over your work‑life balance

Could this be you?

Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do – whether for our colleagues, customers, partners, or the community. We live by our values: We’re positive, we’re brave, and we own it. We believe a positive attitude and a passion for making things happen matter most. Don’t let confidence hold you back – there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re considering a career change or exploring a sector jump, we welcome applicants with transferable skills.

Apply now to express your interest and discover how you can make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic team.

Equality statement

BNP Paribas Personal Finance promotes equality of opportunity and is committed to ensure that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.