Assistant Finance Analyst
| Posting date: | 27 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,000.00 to £32,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Bonus, hybrid, study support |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2026 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/681010_1777306352 |
Summary
Search are supporting the recruitment of an Assistant Finance Analyst in Edinburgh on a permanent basis with hybrid working. Within the role, you'll support financial planning, analysis and reporting activities, with exposure to budgeting, forecasting and business performance insight.
This role would be well suited to someone early in their finance career who enjoys working with data and wants to develop analytical and commercial skills. If this sounds like you, you'd be encouraged to apply.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting day to day FP&A activity, including planning, analysis and reporting
* Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and performance reports
* Analysing variances against budget and forecast, producing clear commentary
* Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, including data collection and analysis
* Maintaining recurring reporting and supporting wider business insight
* Improving reporting quality, efficiency and data accuracy
* Partnering with stakeholders across the business to support understanding of financial performance
Skills and experience that will benefit your application:
* Some experience in a finance, reporting or analytical support role
* Demonstrable Excel skills and confidence working with data
* An interest in financial analysis, budgeting or management reporting
* Good attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
* Strong communication skills with ability to engage internal and external stakeholders
* Experience with reporting or BI tools would be advantageous
* A proactive approach and willingness to learn and develop
What's in it for you:
* Salary of £28,000-£32,000, depending on experience
* Hybrid and flexible working options
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Exposure to FP&A, reporting and business partnering
* Supportive environment with development and progression opportunities
To apply or find out more:
Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at fergus.wade@search.co.uk.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.