Financial Modelling Analyst

Full time, 1 year fixed-term contract (maternity cover)

Based in Liverpool/remote working opportunities available

Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Recently ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world, we are proud of the work we do and the impact this has on the people who need our help most.

We’re looking to hire a Financial Modelling Analyst to join the team for a 1 year fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This position plays a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making and enhancing transparency in financial reporting within the LSTM group. As part of the Financial Planning and Reporting team, you will posses strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning initiatives within LSTM group.
• Collect, organise and analyse financial data to inform model development and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate the potential impact of different variables on financial outcomes to inform decision-making processes.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial models through rigorous testing and validation procedures.
• Update and maintain financial models to reflect changes in business conditions, market dynamics or regulatory requirements.
• Design and develop visually appealing and informative reports, dashboards and presentations to communicate financial and operational performance.
• Extract data from various sources such as databases, spreadsheets, and enterprise systems, and integrate it into reporting tools.
• Tailor reports to meet the specific needs and preferences of stakeholders, including committees and department heads.

• Develop and maintain first class working relationships with stakeholders, fostering a culture of collaboration, partnership and mutual support

The successful candidate will bring:

• Experience and proficiency in financial modelling techniques including forecasting, sensitivity analysis, scenario modelling using Microsoft Excel or specialised financial modelling software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate findings effectively
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Tableau, Power BI or similar would be beneficial, but this is not essential
• Experience with regional databases and SQL queries would also be desirable

Flexible working - our preference for this position would be a hybrid model based in Liverpool however, we are happy to be flexible and would consider remote working with ad-hoc on-site meetings for candidates who are not local to our Liverpool site

Application process:

To apply please click on the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter.

Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

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We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.

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