Job Title: Financial Data Analyst
Location: Blended arrangement of up to 4 days per week remote, with minimum 1 day per week working in one of FI’s training centres
Reports to: Finance Analyst

ABOUT US

Founded in 2007 First Intuition (FI) is an award-winning, UK-based provider of predominantly accountancy training and apprenticeships. We currently have ~ 325 staff based across 9 physical locations and remotely, but we continue to grow rapidly. In April 2023, we secured investment from the private equity firm Apiary Capital who continue to support us in our growth plans, including three recent acquisitions of other First Intuition franchises.
Our success is due to our approach to training and our links with businesses. We work closely with organisations to precisely understand their needs and incorporate these into innovative course designs, where the interaction with students is tailored, personal and reflects their specific circumstances. This approach has led to First Intuition being awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted.
We consider ourselves a national provider with locally held relationships. This enables us to deliver student focussed programmes and build strong relationships with all of our clients, big or small.
To find out more about who we are and learn about the fantastic benefits our employees enjoy. Please check out our website here: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk and our Careers Page here: https://apply.workable.com/first-intuition

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Data analysis, interpretation and KPI development
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software
• Excellent skill set concerning data analysis in the context of understanding the connections between operational activities and performance, and experience of using data to drive insight, engage stakeholders, and facilitate robust decision making
• Excellent Excel skills (e.g., charting, pivoting, lookups, and scenarios). This is essential
• Experience with financial forecasting and budgeting
• Knowledge of data modelling and integration techniques
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Self-starter

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As we continue to grow rapidly, we are seeking a detail-orientated Data Analyst to work with key stakeholders across the business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting financial analysis, collaborating with various departments, interpreting complex data, ensuring accuracy, and supporting scenario planning and reporting. This role is crucial in driving informed decision-making and enhancing our financial forecasting and budgeting processes.