Finance Process Analyst

Description:

Cedar are recruiting a Finance Process Analyst to join a leading healthcare provider with a network of over 80 services across England and Wales. They are committed to delivering exceptional care programs that prioritise the well-being of service users. Our client values inclusively and collaboration, recognising the vital role each staff member plays in their success. This is a permanent role offering hybrid working (3 days in the office) and reports into the head of finance.

Position Overview

The Finance Process Analyst plays a crucial role in driving operational efficiency and facilitating organisational change within the finance department. Their responsibilities encompass a diverse range of tasks aimed at streamlining processes, enhancing data integrity, and promoting best practices.

Key Responsibilities

One of the primary duties involves conducting workshops, including discovery sessions, to gain insights into current processes.
Collaborates with stakeholders to understand the intricacies of existing workflows and translate them into clear process maps and standard operating procedures.
Drive change initiatives within the finance department.
Communicate effectively any proposed changes to stakeholders, garnering buy-in, and providing the necessary training and support to facilitate a smooth transition to new processes.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensure processes are implemented effectively, with minimal disruption to operations.
Support the data cleansing processes to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
Will assist with any data migration projects, facilitating the seamless transfer of information between systems while mitigating risks associated with data loss or corruption.
Test processes to validate the accuracy and functionality of new systems or process enhancements.
Maintain comprehensive records of processes, procedures, and policies.
Work with stakeholders and ensure consistency and transparency across the finance department.
Provide up-to-date and accessible documentation, to share and promotes accountability within the organisation.

Requirements

Proven experience in a business analyst position/Finance business partnering or similar
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field.
A nice to have would be someone with an AAT or studying an ACCA/CIMA qualification