Finance Analyst – Manufacturing & Overheads

Resonantclinical; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a dynamic Finance Analyst in Basingstoke to support the manufacturing site and global corporate overheads. The role involves financial reporting, cost analysis, and collaboration with various departments. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, strong Excel skills, and preferably knowledge of SAP. The position is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office per week.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including macros and pivot tables.
• Strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive and align input cost data for accurate forecasting.
• Identify and communicate trends impacting financial performance.
• Prepare monthly input cost reports with variance analysis and insights.
• Support financial analysis and reporting needs for leadership.

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Analyst – Manufacturing & Overheads page is loaded## Finance Analyst – Manufacturing & Overheadslocations: Basingstoke, GBRtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 12 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100238**Job Description Summary**Finance Analyst to support the UK manufacturing (cleanroom) site & global corporate overheads Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK Hybrid – requires a minimum of 3 days a week in the Basingstoke facility. Summary of Role: We are looking for a dynamic Finance Analyst to join our team growing team. This position will focus on ensuring the accuracy and alignment of key manufacturing finance metrics, driving cost improvement initiatives, and providing financial support to site leadership along with analysing the details and drivers of the corporate overheads. The ideal candidate will be a highly analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong background in forecasting, reporting, and manufacturing finance. You will work closely with various departments such as the accounting team, manufacturing team, purchasing, and logistics to help ensure that business goals are aligned with financial performance. Responsible for analyzing variances in expenses, identifying revenue and expense trends, and forecasting future financial trends**How will you make an impact & Requirement****Essential Responsibilities include:**· Forecast Alignment & Cost Inputs - Drive and align input cost data and timelines to ensure accurate and timely forecast aligned to corporate deadlines. Partner with Operations and Planning stakeholders to validate key cost forecast assumptions and targets.· Manufacturing Metrics & Reporting - Identify and communicate key trends impacting financial performance.· Monthly Input Cost Reporting - Prepare and deliver monthly input cost reports to Operations & Finance leadership. Provide detailed variance analysis and insights on cost fluctuations and key drivers. Identify Risks and Opportunities, align with cost owners driving optimal financial outcomes.· Finance Reporting & Stakeholder Support - Work closely with the Senior FP&A Manager and the business Operations teams to fulfil reporting requirements. Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting needs for leadership.· Monthly analysis and forecasting of the global corporate overheads working with senior stakeholders globally.**Required Skills & Qualifications:**2+ Years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (macros, pivot tables, Power Query) and PowerPoint. Strong Analytical Skills Studying for or qualified CIMA**Preferred Skills & Qualifications:**Strong written and verbal communication skills Bachelor’s degree (Finance/Accounting/Economics preferred) Experience with SAPAt Resonant, we're more than a leading life sciences company. We're a global team dedicated to the uncompromising pursuit of quality to help our customers deliver on their mission: moving science forward. With touch points and products across clinical trial and diagnostic services - sourcing, supply chain and storage - we collaborate to solve our customers' most complex challenges.