Financial analyst jobs in westminster, greater london
Goodman Masson are partnered with an Internationally recognised sports organisation to recruit for an FP&A Analyst.
This role provides essential support to the CFO and Head of Finance, driving their strategic financial planning initiatives and delivering high-quality business partnering across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in preparing annual budgets and quarterly re-forecasts, and build financial models to project performance.
Conduct monthly variance analysis of financial results vs. budget/forecast to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Collaborate as a strategic partner with department heads to build robust budgets and communicate financial insights clearly.
Prepare the monthly management pack, manage departmental month-end reporting, and maintain key Balance Sheet controls.
Drive the enhancement of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting frameworks, including automation efforts.
Essentials:
- Fully Qualified Accountant.
Strong Excel skills with excellent financial modelling and forecasting experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear insights.
Salary range is £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus. Excellent Benefits include 10% employer pension contributions and private medical insurance.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.
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Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £38,949 to £42,500 inclusive annual salary up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution.
Flexible working options (including hybrid)
About the role
St Albans City and District Council is seeking a skilled Financial Transactions Supervisor to oversee accounts payable, receivable, and cash handling operations. You will supervise a small team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions and reconciliations. Key responsibilities include monitoring regulatory compliance, guiding team members, and improving procedures. Strong technical knowledge of financial systems, leadership experience, and the ability to interpret financial regulations are essential.
About you
You are a confident leader with a strong understanding of financial systems and practices. Your attention to detail ensures accuracy in financial transactions, and you’re skilled in reconciliations and compliance with regulations like VAT and financial legislation. You’re highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, and support your team effectively, offering guidance and training where needed. Excellent problem-solving skills help you address complex financial issues, and you’re comfortable working with large data sets, using Excel to analyse and present financial information. Your communication and interpersonal skills enable you to work well with both financial and non-financial colleagues.
Whilst Local Government/Public Sector experience is desirable, this is not essential. You will be receiving support, training, and guidance to ensure that you settle in your role.
If you are enthusiastic, pro-active, proficient in using Excel, with strong attention to detail, with strong organisational and communication skills and if you are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!
A minimum of AAT Level 3 is required.
Our team is friendly, and we work well together. Our office is based in St. Albans city centre, great location with excellent transport links, car park available and a short walk from the train station. It is a great place to live and work.
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
• 28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
Closing date for applications: 30 November 2025
Interviews are scheduled for w/c: As soon as possible
NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
You may also have experience in the following: Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Management Accountant, CIMA, ACCA, Operations Manager, General Manager, Commercial Management, Operations Management, Accounts Payable, Credit control, Payroll, Sales ledger, Accounts Receivable, Senior Credit Controller, Billing Analyst, Credit Control Manager etc.
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Help us harness the power of data to improve lives.
Are you a collaborative, technically skilled Data Engineer with the ability to design, implement and maintain a data warehouse? This is a hands-on role where you’ll design and deliver data pipelines, support colleagues in using data effectively, and help shape our data strategy. You’ll be a key part of our journey to becoming a more insight-driven organisation.
Contract
- £45,000 per annum plus benefits
- Full time (35hrs per week)
- Fixed Term Contract (12 months) with potential to extend
- Hybrid working with link to Ewell, Surrey or London office
- In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. We work in person around 2 days or more per month.
- We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences
What you’ll do
- Design and manage a data warehouse to support analysis of our listener services
- Build data pipelines and transform data for actionable insights using analytical techniques
- Coordinate the use of data to inform service improvement
- Support colleagues to use and present data confidently and clearly
- Champion good data quality, governance and management practices
- Collaborate across multiple teams and stakeholders
- Advise senior leaders, enabling them to make data-informed decisions
What you’ll bring
- A degree in a mathematical, scientific or computing subject (or equivalent experience)
- Experience in a data engineering or senior data analyst role
- Strong SQL skills and familiarity with cloud systems
- Proficiency in Python, R or other analytical programming language
- Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
- Experience with data ingestion, workflow orchestration and data transformation
- A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to write clear documentation and guidance
- Understanding of machine learning/AI and ethical data use (desirable)
- Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector (desirable)
Full Job Description and Person Specification
Why Samaritans?
At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.
We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.
You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.
For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure. You can also visit our careers website to access this.
We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.
Apply now
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to answer some short application questions and upload your CV.
We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.
Applications close: Wednesday 26th November 2025 @ 09:00am
Interviews: w/c 1st December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join MSI UK as a Lead Analytics Engineer and make a real impact with your skills.
Are you ready to lead transformative analytics in a mission-driven organisation? At MSI Reproductive Choices UK, we’re looking for a Lead Analytics Engineer to shape the future of data-driven decision-making in one of the world’s leading providers of sexual and reproductive healthcare.
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £58,969.32 - £64,866.26 (Depending on experience)
The Role
As Lead Analytics Engineer, you’ll:
- Design and deliver impactful analytics solutions using Power BI and Azure Analysis Services.
- Lead a team of analytics professionals, mentoring and setting best practices.
- Introduce machine learning and AI to support predictive insights.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions across the organisation.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in analytics, BI, or data science with both hands-on technical delivery and leadership responsibilities.
- Expertise in Power BI, SQL, and semantic modelling.
- Experience applying ML / AI techniques (e.g., predictive modelling, NLP) to real-world problems.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for mentoring.
- A degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience;
- Relevant certifications in Power BI, Azure, or data science are a plus.
What We Offer – More Than Just a Job
We support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance with a range of benefits:
Financial Benefits
- Competitive salary with clear progression
- Up to 5% employer pension contribution
- Blue Light Card discounts
Health & Wellbeing
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- GP consultations via Doctor Line
- On-site Mental Health First Aiders
Work-Life Balance
- Bank holidays and weekends off
- Birthday bonus day off
- Family-friendly policies
Career Development
- Training and development
- Accredited apprenticeship opportunities
- Clear career progression routes
Ready to lead with data? Apply now and drive meaningful change.
Registered Charity
501 - 1000
We have been providing NHS-funded and private abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics across England for over 40 years.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.