Finance Analyst - Stock

Finance Analyst - Stock / Inventory - Central London (3 days per week) - £60,000 - £75,000

Candidates must have specific experience in Stock / Inventory

Overview:

An exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join a fast-paced, growth-focused business. This role sits at the intersection of finance and operations, playing a key part in supporting planning, performance analysis, and process optimisation across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of demand planning processes, collaborating closely with finance, supply chain, and operations teams.

• Manage reporting for fixed assets across multiple business units, including R&D and operational support functions.

• Lead the review and reconciliation of inventory transactions and stock movements across financial and operational systems.

• Ensure the accuracy of purchase orders and sales orders across procurement and ERP platforms.

• Support senior finance and operational leadership with supplier management and inter-system reconciliation.

• Continuously evaluate and enhance internal processes, especially within finance, sales operations, and supply chain.

• Develop and report on key operational and financial KPIs (e.g. stock ageing, inventory turnover) to drive data-led decision-making.

• Take ownership of month-end tasks including accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Work with the Group Financial Controller on variance analysis and ensure reconciliation files are completed and reviewed on time.

• Maintain oversight of item receipt and invoice matching processes within ERP systems.

• Support wider team projects and ad hoc financial analysis as required.

• Ensure all processes are clearly documented and regularly reviewed for accuracy and improvement.

• Liaise with third-party logistics partners and support vendor relationship management as needed.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Qualified or Finalist (ACCA, CIMA, ACA); candidates with strong experience but no qualification (QBE) also considered.

• Strong academic background; degree with a 2:1 or above preferred.

• Proficient with Excel and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs).

• Previous experience using ERP and CRM systems (NetSuite and Salesforce highly advantageous).

• Strong analytical mindset with an ability to interpret data and drive action.

• Experience in fast-growing, investor-backed businesses (e.g. Private Equity or Venture Capital) is desirable.

• Solid understanding of management accounting, business partnering, and stock accounting processes.

• Minimum 2–3 years in a commercial finance or operational finance position.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including presenting financial insights to non-finance teams.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Eagerness to learn, adapt and develop within a high-growth business.

• Collaborative team player with a flexible, results-driven mindset.