Finance Analyst - Technology (12M FTC)

Please note, this role can be based out of our London, Coventry or Manchester Store Support Centre & Home. Colleagues go into the office 1-2 days per week on average. Why join us Joining the Finance team at Sainsbury's offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of driving financial insights and decision-making within the dynamic and innovative Sainsburys Tech division. As a Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in influencing and shaping the financial aspects of cloud accounting, impacting everything from store operations to cutting-edge technologies. With a focus on collaboration, challenge, and continuous improvement, this role provides a platform for ambitious finance professionals to thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the digital transformation of one of the UK's leading retail organisations. What you'll do As a Finance Analyst within the Tech Finance team, your primary responsibility will be to provide insightful analysis and support to influence decision-making related to project and operating expenditure within the Tech division. Collaborating with key stakeholders, you will play a crucial role in creating periodic Management Information for stakeholders, supporting forecasting processes, and ensuring a detailed understanding of financial risks and opportunities. Additionally, you will be involved in assessing the financial impacts of cloud technology on Tech projects, completing ad hoc reporting and analysis, and contributing to the creation of annual budgets and forecasts. Your role will involve challenging current reporting methods, providing accurate financial reporting, managing financial controls, and working closely with project managers to enhance decision-making through accurate forecasting and data analysis. Who you are You are a professionally qualified or part qualified accountant with a strong background in financial analysis and reporting within a complex organisation. Your expertise in P&L management, capitalization principles, and analytical skills enable you to provide valuable insights and support decision-making processes related to cloud accounting. With your effective communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills, you excel in collaborating with stakeholders, challenging current methods, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes. Your ability to adapt to change, seek feedback, and build strong relationships demonstrates your commitment to delivering high-quality financial analysis and contributing to the success of the Tech Finance team. Essential Criteria Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or part-qualified status with demonstrable financial experience in a complex organisation Proven ability to manage P&L and apply capitalisation principles for intangible assets, supported by strong analytical skills Demonstrable experience as a finance partner or analyst, including influencing, challenging, and communicating effectively with stakeholders of varying financial and commercial understanding Ability to prioritise and deliver accurate outputs under pressure, showing self-motivation and ownership of tasks Evidence of using business context and data to make informed decisions, including reviewing goals and adapting to changing circumstances #LI-CE1