Business Support Analyst

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Our client requires a Business Support Analyst to join them on a fixed term contract for 18months. 
 
The Business Support Analyst will provide support to the Business Support Lead as part of the business partner function to an Executive Director and their department. The role is responsible for delivering financial analysis and month end and business planning activities. This is a varied and challenging role supporting the department during an important period of change. This role will support Asset Management Department, which has responsibility for the management and maintenance of a diverse fleet of ferries operating across the West Coast of Scotland.
 
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
  • Experienced, qualified Accountant
  • Demonstrable relevant experience and success preferably gained through supporting an operational department
  • The ability to input content into financial reporting that presents financial information in a clear, professional and corporate manner for Executive level review
  • Track record of meeting deadlines and to deliver professional outputs within challenging timelines
  • Strong analytical skills on business critical matters
  • Desire to support Change Project initiatives to successful outcome, innovative thinking to find solutions to issues
  • Excellent communication skills, influencing and building relationships with finance colleagues within a positive environment of professional development and success
JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Deliver the tasks defined by Business Support Lead to deliver business partner service across the team
  • Be a trusted business partner for supported Business areas, adding value through insight, challenge and support. Awareness of key commercial and financial risks impacting department, supporting mitigating actions or activities as required
  • Support Finance colleagues in Planning & Reporting and Accounting with shared commitment to meet deadlines
  • Working closely with Business Support team within Finance team driving continuous process improvement, standardisation and innovation
 
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER 
 
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package