DescriptionJob Title: Project Finance Analyst
Location: Head Office Leicestershire
Salary: Competitive plus bonus & benefits
Position Overview:
As a Project Analyst you will play a crucial role in supporting and enhancing project management activities within our organisation. This role requires a combination of technical expertise in SQL or Databricks strong analytical skills and excellent communication and engagement abilities. The Project Analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyse project data identify trends and provide actionable insights to drive project success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Utilise SQL or Databricks to extract manipulate and analyse project data from various sources.
- Develop and maintain reports and dashboards to track project progress identify bottlenecks and measure key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Interpret data to uncover insights and trends providing actionable recommendations to project stakeholders.
- Project Support:
- Assist project managers in scoping planning scheduling coordinating project activities.
- Collaborate with team members to gather project requirements and ensure data accuracy and completeness including User Acceptance Testing.
- Monitor project timelines identifying potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Stakeholder Communication:
- Communicate project updates findings and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels including executives project teams and external partners.
- Facilitate meetings workshops and presentations to gather requirements discuss findings and drive decision-making processes.
- Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams ensuring effective communication and alignment of project objectives.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency through automation or optimisation of existing processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices and standards for project management and data analysis.
- Continuously evaluate and enhance tools and methodologies to support project delivery and decision-making.
Essential Experience:
- Proven experience as a Project Analyst or similar role preferably in a technology-driven environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Experience:
- Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g. Agile Waterfall) and project management tools (e.g. Smartsheets AzureDevOps) is a plus.
- Proficiency in SQL and/or Databricks for data extraction transformation and analysis.
- CIMA or ACCA part qualified.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of strategic projects while honing your technical skills and collaborating with a dynamic team. If you are a proactive problem solver with a passion for data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement we encourage you to apply.
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