Business Analyst - South West (12-15 month contract) - (BASW0422.1)

Business Analyst - South West (12-15 month contract) - (BASW0422.1) Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.We are looking for a Business Analyst (12 - 15 Month Contract) for the South West to join our team in Bristol & Portbury. As a Business Analyst you will be responsible for providing financial stewardship for the Portbury and Thornbury depots. You will act professionally, objectively and independently in order to provide business management with a clear view of financial performance.Acting across both the M&S Foods and Temperature Controlled Logistics business activities this role offers the unique perspective of working with M&S Foods and our Primary Accounts.What's in it for you?Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special...20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)Discounted rates on healthcare cash planAttractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectivesAuto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailersAccess to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance ProgrammeA first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and developmentCycle to work schemeRole details:Salary: Cica £40,000 DOEHours: 37.5 hours Per WeekWorking pattern: Monday to FridayLocation: Bristol (BS35 3UT) & Portbury (BS20 7XR)What you'll do:Your key accountabilities will include:Business partner to GMs, providing financial supportSupport site management teams with high quality analysis and insightStewardship for South West business performance (Foods and TCL)Support the business cost transformation objectiveSupport the financial and commercial interface with the customerEnsure the accounts adhere to internal control procedures to safeguard the organisations assets and minimise riskProvide leadership at sites for accounts payable and receivable activitiesUndertake weekly forecasting with the operational teams and complete submissionsManage the weekly reporting processes, ensuring timeliness and accuracyHold weekly reviews and provide commentary to the site teamsComplete monthly management accounts, taking ownership of balance sheet for business areaSupport annual budget processes and subsequent reforecastsWork with central finance teams to ensure accuracy of reportingWho you are:Your skills and experience will include:1 years + PQE in financial management (CIMA or ACCA) or AAT or qualified by experienceGood understanding of the business and the market in which it operatesRelationship building and influencing skills at a site management levelExcellent analytical skills and the ability to share detailed analysis with non-finance operational leadsCustomer interface and commercial managementConfident communicator with strong presentation skillsAbility to exercise discretion and confidentiality at all timesDisplays drive and tenacity in implementing the Finance agendaOperates ethically with integrityDisplay behaviours consistent with Gist valuesWhy Gist?At Gist we are united by our core values; with safety and people at the heart of everything do, we are progressive, accountable, collaborative, and ethical.Our objective is to establish a performance-focused environment that is fair and inclusive, where everyone can develop, and connect meaningfully to their manager, the Gist vision, and M&S. We are fiercely protective of everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing, and align firmly to M&S's sustainability commitments in Plan A.Gist will play an integral part in the M&S journey as it pushes boundaries to lead the retail industry into a greener, speedier, more inspiring era. As part of the M&S group, there's never been a better time to be part of our team. Join us and make an immediate impact.Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it's meaningful to you, it's important to us.Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.RecruiterCarr, Rachel (Recruitment Lead - )
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