Data Analyst.

Data Analyst

The Data Analyst role will be undertaken by a proactive and highly motivated individual. This hybrid role combines financial acumen with technical and analytical expertise to deliver high-impact projects and insights across the organisation.

You will be responsible for leading end-to-end project delivery in areas requiring new processes, systems, and reporting enhancements. This includes project scoping, stakeholder engagement, technical development, rollout, continuous improvement & maintenance of data driven processes.

You will also support the Finance team with key analytical, reconciliation, and reporting tasks, KPI analysis, and system optimisation.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and comfortable navigating both finance and commercial teams. A strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and a passion for automation and process improvement are essential for success in this role.

AREAS OF IMPACT

Project Delivery & Process Improvement Proactively identify areas of operational or financial improvement across the organisation.

• Design and deliver scalable solutions through process redesign, automation, or system enhancements.
• Lead projects from inception to completion, including stakeholder management, documentation, testing, and implementation.
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks with clear timelines and deliverables.
• Align projects with broader business goals, ensuring global efficiency and scalability.

Reporting & Analytics

• Develop and maintain high-quality management reports, dashboards, and visualisations.
• Create and track key performance indicators (KPIs) that support decision-making.
• Provide timely and accurate financial insights for business and leadership teams.
• Perform data validation and reconciliation between systems to ensure data integrity.

Commercial

• Responsible for ensuring your client portfolio is updated in PBI to the latest numbers and that rates/forex/discounts are all correct.
• Working with and supporting the Commercial FC/ SCM on your client portfolio within your entities, ensuring accurate forecasting, fees reviewed, and fee approval processes adhered to.
• To review reporting across the Europe group to agreed deadlines, including:
• Client servicing reports
• Department paid for reports
• Department utilisation reports
• Responsible for ensuring any intercompany/shared fees within your remit are actioned in a timely manner and approved both sides.
• Support on ad hoc commercial requests from the wider agency.
• Training and support for the wider team and agency.

System & Data Management

• Gain deep understanding of internal systems (ERP, BI tools, reporting platforms) from both user and backend perspectives.
• Conduct regular data quality reviews and drive cleansing initiatives across core systems.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal system owners to manage enhancements and feedback.
• Ensure consistent data flow and source-of-truth alignment throughout the organisation.

Ad Hoc & Operational Support

• Support the Finance team with ad hoc analysis and project-based needs.
• Manage the preparation and delivery of management accounts for smaller entities if required.
• Deliver internal training sessions in Excel, Power BI, and other BI tools to upskill teams and promote data literacy.
• Serve as cover for core financial workflows during key periods or absences.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & BEHAVIOURS

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, DAX, and Excel.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., ERP, FP&A platforms) and database tools.
• Familiarity with data governance principles and best practices in Data Analytics.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong time management skills; ability to prioritise and manage tasks across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and collaborative approach.
• Self-motivated, curious, and passionate about learning and innovation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Experience in/working closely with a Finance Team or held previous Finance related positions
• Exposure to SQL or Python
• Experience with API/Automation tools such as Zapier or Power Automate
• Exposure to financial consolidation processes and multi-entity reporting.
• Previous involvement in change management or systems implementation projects.

Development & Growth

We actively encourage ongoing professional development. You will be supported through:

• Access to internal and external training resources.
• Opportunities to lead or contribute to strategic initiatives.
• A culture that values innovation, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.