Senior Financial Analyst

Job overview

This is an opportunity to join the finance team of the London Ambulance Service Trust (LAS), one of the largest and busiest ambulance services in the world.

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for delivering insightful financial analysis and management accounting across Operations, Corporate, or Support Services directorates. This includes preparing complex reports, managing forecasts, supporting budget holders, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and statutory duties.

Main duties of the job

The post is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the Integrated Urgent Care directorate. The role involves advising managers on financial matters, preparing complex reports, managing the month-end process, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and audit recommendations. It also includes supporting staff development, and working closely with senior stakeholders to manage budgets, assess financial risks, and contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the financial health of the Integrated Urgent Care directorate by delivering accurate management accounts, forecasts, and financial advice. They play a crucial role in the month-end process, develop forecasting models, and prepare detailed reports to inform senior decision-making.

The role also involves interpreting organisational goals into financial strategies, ensuring compliance with financial policies and audit recommendations, and managing a small team. Additionally, the analyst works closely with directors and budget holders to support budget control, assess financial risks, and contribute to strategic planning and operational improvements.