Finance Analyst

Posted 20 March 2026
Salary £30000 - £35000 per annum
LocationBelfast
Job type Temporary
Discipline Accountancy & Finance
ReferenceJSG850_1774000341

Job description

Join a dynamic team committed to elevating profitability and driving commercial success. Our client, a respected leader within their sector, is looking for a motivated Finance Analyst to join their already well established team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to make a tangible impact within a thriving organisation.

Salary / Benefits

  • Competitive salary package
  • Opportunity for professional development
  • Hybrid working
  • Immediate start
  • Supportive team environment

About your next employer

This well-established organisation operates a diverse portfolio across Northern Ireland. Backed by a strong national presence, they leverage cutting-edge technology and innovative practices. The role offers exposure to an influential, multi-million-pound business with a collaborative culture and significant growth opportunities.

About you

  • Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience in financial analysis or cost control within retail or FMCG sectors
  • Proven ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
  • Excellent communication skills to liaise across teams and stores
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel

What you'll do

  • Support in reviewing, bench-marking and budgeting gross margins and fuel profit margins
  • Assist with procurement projects and liaise with divisions to optimise costs
  • Contribute to store refurbishments through financial assessments and business cases
  • Analyse commercial performance and stock loss variances
  • Monitor electricity usage, contracts, and spend to identify savings
  • Support commercial efficiency projects, including electronic labels and fuel management systems
  • Aid in completing stock counts and investigating stock loss variances
  • Contribute to reporting enhancements that improve bottom-line profit and store performance

For further information on this role, apply via the link or contact the Jamie Gault for a confidential chat today.

Follow VANRATH on LinkedIn for expert career advice, the latest jobs, industry news and much more…

Some feedback from recent VANRATH candidates-

''I was contacted by VANRATH in regards to a job I had applied for. They were extremely helpful and gave me a number of positions to apply for. They had interviews set up in a number of hours and I secured a position within days. They kept we well informed throughout the process and has continued to touch base after I have started my new role. Couldn't recommend enough.''

''Had a great experience with Vanrath. Being new to Northern Ireland, they made me feel very welcome. The team provided lots of tips and support for job opportunities. Would thoroughly recommend the Vanrath team!''

''I was contacted by VANRATH in regards to a job I had applied for. They were extremely helpful and gave me a number of positions to apply for. They had interviews set up in a number of hours and I secured a position within days. They kept we well informed throughout the process and has continued to touch base after I have started my new role. Couldn't recommend enough.''