Analyst, Finance & Banking, Financial Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and growing organisation based in the outskirts of Reading. We are looking for a driven and ambitious Analyst with around 1-2+ years' experience who is eager to develop their career in a commercially focused environment. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who has gained at least 1 + years analyst experience and is now ready to take the next step into a role that offers real exposure to business strategy, financial modeling, and project decision-making.

• Building and maintaining Excel-based financial models to support business growth and contract changes
• Performing scenario analysis to evaluate financial risks and opportunities
• Supporting investment appraisal activities using metrics such as NPV, IRR, and ROI
• Collaborating with multiple departments to gather insights and improve model accuracy
• Assisting with financial reporting for long-term contracts
• Supporting bid pricing and commercial decision-making
• Reviewing performance of new and existing contracts to drive profitability
• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data, identifying and resolving discrepancies

• Around 2+ years' experience in a analytical or finance role
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, modelling, data manipulation)
• An interest in commercial finance and business strategy
• Understanding of key financial concepts (e.g., discounted cash flow, IRR, NPV)
• A numerical, analytical, and inquisitive mindset
• Strong communication skills - able to present complex data clearly

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Employee assistance programme
• Electric car scheme
• Clear career progression and development opportunities