Finance Analyst/Modeller

Finance Analyst/Modeller required to work for a large telecommunications company based in Berkshire.

We are currently undergoing a complete business transformation with Technology at the heart of it.

The COO Finance team of 16 is a Finance Business Partnering function which supports all COO business operations which consists of Network, IT & Technology, Programme Office and Business Operations responsible for a total OPEX budget of £350m and CAPEX budget of £0.5bn.

The Finance Analyst/Modeller will work directly for the Head of COO Finance and be 100% dedicated to this project. Liaising with the Network Finance team will also be key to gain key inputs into the financial models

The Finance Analyst/Modeller is a demanding role that requires a self-motivated individual who is capable of achieving a high standard of accuracy and achieving deadlines, whilst building strong relationships internally and supporting discussions with external parties when required. You must be able to manage a number of senior stakeholders, be capable of problem solving, prioritising and have a pro-active and get it done attitude, be flexible in a fast moving environment and have excellent interpersonal skills with all seniority levels.

Responsibilities of the Finance Analyst/Modeller include:

• Own the financial modelling of the respective technical solutions
• Create standard model for each scenario, consistent with how we currently look at Network expenditure
• Quickly get an understanding of the network economics and financials, including gaining an understanding of the analysis done to date
• Highlight insights, plus risks and opportunities to each case.
• Build rapport with the Core Negotiation Team, internal technical support and external advisors where appropriate, to ensure strong collaboration.
• Build rapport with the Network Finance team
• Support gaining shareholder approval for the final agreed solution

The successful Finance Analyst/Modeller will have:

• Advanced Financial Modelling skills
• Ability to take and understand inputs from various sources
• Turn inputs into financial models
• Ability to work to tight timeframes
• Communicate financial issues to non-finance individuals
• Experience of interfacing with commercial teams.

To apply for the Finance Analyst/Modeller please send your CV to caroline.kennedy@projectpeople.com

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