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Adecco
City of London
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Financial Data and Insights Analyst - AVP

London/Hybrid

6 months contract

Day rate from £400 via Umbrella Company


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My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services.


They are looking for a Financial Data and Insights Analyst - AVP to join the team on an initial 6 contract. You will be working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs.


Purpose of Job

  • The purpose of the role is to support Global Trade Finance Department (GTFD) management in the delivery of its strategy and its financial and qualitative targets, and the maintenance of a robust control framework as a “First Line of Defence”
  • Main job is to create and maintain management information using IT tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, Excel and Power point etc. Management information includes but not limited to various data processing and analysis of income, asset, deposit, FX, expense, KPI etc.
  • This role within GTFD planning group involves working with other team in GTFD and head office Dept. (planning, data and analytics experts) to capture and record data from various applications and platforms for updating management information.


Accountabilities & Responsibilities

  • Produce periodic and ad hoc presentations and reports. This includes various presentations & reporting including Management Information and the underlying data gathering / analysis.
  • In all cases, strong reconciliation, proactive control and clear documentation is expected to ensure that numbers are correct, complete and clear to the stakeholders.
  • Track and prepare detailed reports reflecting GTFD’s financial and qualitative performance against a range of criteria, including forecasts and with robust analysis of variances (actual to forecast, year on year, etc.) reflecting the dynamic nature of each business.
  • Use various data sources and critical thinking to challenge forecasts, variances and assumptions, maintaining clear records.
  • Investigate together with other stakeholders errors or anomalies in processes having a material financial impact to GTFD, explaining the issues clearly and proactively proposing workable solutions with effective follow up
  • Develop data management and reporting capabilities to enable GTFD to explain its global business and achievements effectively, and document these processes in the Planning Group procedure manual to ensure common understanding and sustainability.
  • Enhance data driven approach providing proactive analysis with stakeholders and drive business performance.
  • Utilize Business Intelligence tool such as Tableau, Power BI and Alteryx to present information through insightful reports and visualisations.


Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

  • Strong numerical, accounting and financial skills with the ability to critically interpret financial information in the context of GTFD’s various business
  • Mathematics, engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or related field degrees preferable
  • Experience as a Data Analyst and/or Business Intelligence Analyst experience or similar role (financial services or professional services domains preferred)
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel is a must, knowledge of MS Access and of VBA as well as SQL knowledge is a distinct advantage
  • Flexible multi-tasker able to make and explain own views and suggestions but also seeks out feedback and comments from a range of other stakeholders
  • Strong verbal and written presentation skills to explain clearly and concisely the essence and key points arising from complex issues including use of visual aids. Strong written communication to document work logically and clearly in procedures.
  • Knowledge of trade finance products highly desirable.
  • Extensive experience in data analysis, data optimisation and data cleansing
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • As a member of planning team, personality of team work mindset, respectful communication, honesty, integrity, high degree of ethical standards, open-mindedness and comfort with changes are necessary.


Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.


Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.

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