Junior Finance Analyst

Overview

Are you a finance graduate ready to step into a commercially focused role where you can genuinely influence business performance? We're looking for a Junior Finance Analyst to join a growing finance team, supporting business partnering across Commercial and Operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis and senior stakeholder reporting within a fast‑paced FMCG environment.

• Support monthly financial reviews with clear analysis and commentary
• Monitor performance vs budget and forecast
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Provide insight into trends, risks and opportunities
• Support statutory reporting, audits and compliance (UK GAAP, VAT, HMRC)
• Contribute to board packs and management information
• Help improve financial processes and controls

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with confidence to engage stakeholders
• High attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
• Proactive, inquisitive and keen to learn
• Experience with in FMCG or Food Manufacturing is desirable
• Interest in studying towards CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CFA would be advantageous

• Job Title:
  
  Junior Finance Analyst
• Company: K H R Recruitment Specialists
• Location:
  
  Maidstone, Kent
• Posted:
  Feb 13th 2026
• Closes:
  Mar 16th 2026
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  Full Time