Finance Business Analyst

Fidarsi are delighted to be partnering with this growing Financial Services business based in the City of London, in helping to find a Business Analyst to assist on a number of Finance Technology based projects. As the business grows they are looking to enhance and upgrade their Finance Systems suite and are looking for someone with a good track record of Finance and Technology to help them do so.

Reporting into the Finance Director, and working closely with the Financial Controller and Head of FP&A, key responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate closely with the accounting team to analyse existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Develop and implement process enhancements using Excel automation tools, including advanced formulas, macros, and VBA, or by leveraging existing platforms such as NetSuite.
• Support finance system upgrades and enhancements (e.g., ERP integrations, automation tools), including participation in user acceptance testing (UAT) and preparation of related documentation.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and contribute to the design and implementation of streamlined, scalable, and automated solutions.
• Work cross-functionally with stakeholders to ensure accurate and efficient data flow across systems and processes.

Required Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in an accounting or finance-related analyst role.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting (preferably IFRS).
• Strong proficiency in Excel and experience working with large financial datasets
• Familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite) and general ledger functionality.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or other reporting tools is a must have.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Prior experience in a regulated or financial services environment.
• Exposure to automation tools, data analytics, or process improvement methodologies.