Financial Analyst

BNP Paribas Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global banking group in Greater London seeks a Finance analyst to analyze financial data and provide actionable insights. The ideal candidate will manage budgeting for key P&L areas, work closely with finance management, and identify trends. Strong Excel skills along with a relevant degree is necessary. The package includes a starting salary of up to £45,000, plus a bonus, 25 days of holiday, and a range of benefits. Apply today to make a difference.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution

Discounts on products and services

Free on-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in analysing financial data and identifying trends.
• Ability to handle large volumes of data and multiple tasks.
• Comfortable managing sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed financial analysis to support business performance.
• Lead forecasting and budgeting for specific P&L areas.
• Identify and communicate risks and opportunities in financial results.
• Present data and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Proactive learning

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Job description

Why join Arval?

In addition to the benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a progressive global banking group, we have a supportive and collaborative culture where wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously. Which is why we recently won the Wellbeing category of the 2024 Business Car Awards.

About the role

You’ll be at the heart of our Finance team, analysing financial data and providing clear, actionable insights. You’ll take ownership of forecasting and budgeting for key areas of the P&L, ensuring accuracy and supporting business decisions. You’ll work closely with the P&L Finance Manager and wider Controlling team, helping to identify risks and opportunities. If you’re looking for variety and the chance to make a real impact, this is the role for you.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering detailed financial analysis to support business performance
• Leading forecasting and budgeting for specific P&L areas
• Identifying and communicating risks and opportunities in financial results
• Presenting data and recommendations to stakeholders across the business

What we’re looking for

You’re naturally inquisitive, with a curious mindset and a drive to get to the heart of the numbers. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and deadlines with a keen eye for detail. You’re confident working with large volumes of data, and you enjoy partnering with others to improve forecasting and budgeting. Your approach is proactive and trustworthy, and you’re comfortable handling sensitive information with discretion.

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

• Strong Excel skills and experience of financial modelling and the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends
• Systems and data literacy, with a proactive approach to learning new tools
• Excellent communication skills, able to present complex information in a clear and engaging way
• Ideally, you’ll have a degree in a related subject (finance, economics, business, maths) and be part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or are keen to start your accounting qualifications

The package

We offer a basic starting salary of up to £45,000, plus a bonus of up to £1,900. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
• Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution
• Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
• 2 paid volunteering days every year
• Free on-site gym
• Subsidised restaurant serving chef-prepared breakfast and lunch, plus discounted Costa Coffee
• Plus, a range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle

Ready to make a difference?

Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.

We’re passionate about being a consciously inclusive employer, with a strong Speak Up culture. We’re also proud to be a Ban the Box employer as part of our commitment to a fair and inclusive society for all.

• Telephone interview with our Talent Acquisition team
• 1.5-hour meeting with the hiring panel, which will include a competency-based interview and presentation task

If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.

What are you waiting for? Apply today and we’ll be in touch.