Job at a glance
We’d all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That’s waiting for you here at Sainsbury’s. For a FTSE business, we move incredibly fast. When we’re not leading projects, we’re supporting teams across the wider group to achieve their goals. And here, you can see the impact of your work as soon as you walk into a store, giving you a real sense of purpose and responsibility. Better still, the team around you will listen to your ideas and opinions, and you’ll have every chance to try something new.
The scale and complexity of our business mean there’s always something new to learn, and we’ll support you every step of the way. We’re trusted to get on with it. So get ready to make things happen. Location: London, Coventry or Manchester Store Support Centre & Home. Colleagues go into the office and/or depot 1-2 days per week on average. Why join us Joining Sainsbury's as a Finance Analyst - Logistics means being part of a collaborative and dynamic team where your analytical skills and financial expertise will play a crucial role in driving business performance and maintaining robust controls.
With opportunities to partner with various stakeholders, provide meaningful insights, and continuously challenge the status quo, you will have the chance to make a real impact while working in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment. At Sainsbury's, you will receive support, training, and access to resources that will empower you to excel in your role and contribute to the overall success of the organisation.
What you'll do You will play a crucial role in supporting period end activities, delivering timely and accurate reporting with insightful analysis, and partnering with the wider Finance team to drive performance through robust controls. You will collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities within performance trends, challenge current processes for continuous improvement, and provide ad hoc analysis to support business improvements.
Your role will require strong numerical and Excel skills, commercial acumen, attention to detail, and effective communication to engage stakeholders across various levels of financial and commercial understanding in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Who you are You are a part or fully qualified accountant with a strong analytical mindset and a keen eye for detail, capable of translating complex data into meaningful business insights to drive performance.
Your ability to effectively communicate financial information, collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, and challenge current practises demonstrates your commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality analysis. With a proactive approach, commercial acumen, and self-motivation, you thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the development of robust controls and supporting the Finance Manager in achieving business objectives through accurate reporting and informed decision-making.
Essential Criteria Part or fully qualified accountant - CIMA, ACCA or ACA or equivalent Demonstrable experience in period/month end reporting, as well as supporting with budgeting, latest view and forecasting Demonstrable ability to analyse financial and operational data using Excel and other analytical tools, translating findings into clear insights and recommendations Evidence of managing multiple priorities and delivering outcomes in a fast-paced environment, while balancing the expectations of finance and business stakeholders Proven ability to communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders with varying levels of financial and commercial understanding Demonstrable commercial awareness, with the ability to identify key business drivers, apply sound judgement, and produce accurate financial analysis #LI-CE1 We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you’ll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work.
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