Financial Accounts Analyst

Are you currently studying AAT level 3/4 or have you recently qualified? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation based in Basingstoke, Hampshire.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting Managers to understand performance, manage budgets with confidence, and drive stronger operational and financial results. Your work will directly influence decision-making and help shape the future direction of the business.

This position is perfect for someone ambitious, inquisitive, and ready to grow in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience preparing insightful financial analysis, supporting the planning process, monitoring data quality, and delivering meaningful insights that make a real impact.

Responsibilities will include:

* Assisting with preparing month‑end financial performance reports and variance analysis

* Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes

* Helping to monitor cost performance and identify efficiency opportunities

* Working with internal teams to provide insight into operational and financial performance

* Assisting in data quality checks across systems and highlighting any issues

* Supporting senior team members in preparing commercial review packs and stakeholder communications

* Getting involved in continuous improvement activity and contributing ideas to enhance processes

Required skills:

* AAT Level 3 or 4 (study ongoing or completed)

* Strong numeracy and good analytical thinking

* Intermediate or advanced Excel skills (pivot tables and lookups etc)

* Good communication skills and confidence working with colleagues across the business

* A proactive attitude with a willingness to develop in a commercial finance environment

* Attention to detail and a methodical approach

Desirable skills:

* Experience in a finance, data or operational support role

* Knowledge of social housing, property services or maintenance environments

* Exposure to systems such as URM, DRS or Keystone

Benefits:

* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)

* Option to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package

* 3 extra paid Wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days

* Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary

* Enhanced maternity/adoption pay

* Enhanced paternity pay - 6 weeks full pay (after 26 weeks' service)

* Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover

* Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service