Finance Analyst

About The Role

Join the RAC as a Finance Analyst and play a key role in supporting the financial performance of our Head Office functions.

Working closely with stakeholders across areas such as HR, Health & Safety and Property & Facilities, you will manage and own the day-to-day financial support for these areas, providing financial insight, challenge and monthly reporting that helps drive informed decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to build their commercial finance experience within a large, customer-focused organisation.

What you'll do

Support the financial performance of Head Office business areas through monthly reporting, forecasting and analysis

Produce accurate management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and variance analysis

Support annual budgets, periodic reforecasts and ad-hoc analysis to inform business decisions

Monitor and report on project spend, and financial performance against agreed targets

Provide financial insight and challenge to stakeholders, helping drive improved business performance

Identify trends, risks and opportunities through detailed analysis and reporting

Support cost efficiency initiatives and continuous improvement activities across the business

Ensure compliance with financial controls, accounting standards and governance requirements

Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Head Office functions

What you'll need

Studying towards ACA, CIMA or ACCA, with 1-2 years' finance experience gained within a commercial, corporate or accounting environment

Good understanding of accounting principles and financial controls

Strong analytical and financial modelling skills

Experience producing financial reports, budgets and forecasts

A curious and analytical mindset, with a desire to understand the story behind the numbers

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

A proactive approach with a keen eye for detail

The confidence to challenge constructively and influence decision-making

A desire to continuously improve processes and ways of working

Location & Salary

Location: Bescot (hybrid – 2 days in the office, 3 from home)

Salary: Aligns with market and experience + annual bonus

As a Finance Analyst at the RAC, you'll get benefits that go the extra mile

Earnings that motivate – competitive salary plus conditional annual bonus

Tools to drive your future – free RAC breakdown cover from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months

Time off that matters – 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, alongside family leave and flexible working options

Financial security & perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions and life assurance cover up to 4x salary (with options to increase)

Wellbeing that works for you – 24/7 confidential support service available for you and your household

Extras that make a difference – access to Orange Savings, our colleague discount portal, plus our Colleague Share Scheme after probation

Why the RAC?

For more than 128 years, we've been keeping drivers moving, and today we're trusted by over 15 million members.

We're also trusted by our people, with a 4.5-star Glassdoor rating showing that the RAC is a place where support, ambition and opportunity go hand in hand.

We welcome people from every background, value every voice, and back your growth every step of the way. At the RAC, you can bring your full self to work and we'll support you as you develop your career.