Finance Analyst (UK)

It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra.  

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction. 

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.  

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Finance Analyst. Reporting to the Finance Director, this full-time and permanent position is based in UK and offers regional coverage, allowing you to make a significant impact to our Finance and it’s growth.

Position Description                       

UK Finance Analyst will be responsible for data management, financial insight through data extraction in SAP, and reporting against agreed KPIs. Support the UK Finance Team with delivery of sound financial information to facilitate decision making.

Key Responsibilities

• Effective data management and data validation to support accurate month end reporting
• Timely resolution of system/data issues that impact the financial statements
• Work with the Operations and Finance team to identify problems and solutions to promote the consistent and efficient use of SAP
• Play a pivotal role in the finance transformation programme with continuous improvement approach towards use of SAP/Salesforce/SAC
• Develop new reports to monitor and report against agreed KPIs
• Support the UK Finance Team with delivery of sound financial information to facilitate decision making
• Assist with audit queries, working with the FC/FD
• Support the delivery of the annual budget and forecasts
• Involvement in other ad hoc projects

Relevant Experience & Skills         

• Experience of working with senior decision makers in a fast-paced environment
• Proven analytical background
• Advanced excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to rapidly interpret, concisely explain and act on complex financial information
• Experience of financial systems (specifically SAP experience advantageous)
• Experience with Power BI is desirable
• You will be a confident communicator and team player
• Strong organisation, multi-tasking and time management skills
• An accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) is desirable but not essential, but should be able to demonstrate knowledge of accounting principles
• Experience within a financial services or professional services organisation desirable

Company Benefits

• 7% employer pension contribution, rising to 8% in April 2025. 3% employee contribution
• 25 days holiday plus 1 day’s birthday leave (subject to conditions) from 1st January 2024
• Individual private medical insurance cover and health cash plan
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• Group Income Protection 75% of basic salary (subject to conditions)
• Season Ticket Loan (interest free)
• Ride to Work Scheme (subject to conditions)
• Ability to buy up to one week’s annual leave per year from 1st January 2024

If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!