Ecology Hub

Finance Analyst

  • Based in Silsden, West Yorkshire
  • £20,000 to £23,500 plus benefits – dependent upon skills and experience

This is a new and exciting opportunity, for a highly numerate Finance Analyst, to join a unique organisation that’s working to bring about positive change.

Ecology Building Society is a successful member-owned financial institution with a clear environmental focus and a mission to promote sustainable development. We are committed to building a greener future through the provision of a range of simple, ethical savings products to support mortgages for properties and projects which respect the environment. With more than 35 years’ experience, around £170m in savings balances and over 10,000 members, we’ve got ambitious plans for our future.

About the role

The Finance Analyst plays an integral part in the production of management accounts, financial reporting and the daily management of the Society’s liquidity position.

The primary responsibilities will include:

  • Maintaining the Society’s purchase ledger process, processing supplier payments and maintaining accurate records;
  • Support the Finance Manager in the production of monthly accounts;
    Reporting of variances against budgets and forecasts;
  • Daily bank reconciliations and the transfer of funds between bank accounts to meet savings and mortgage monies forecast demand;
  • Providing Back Office treasury support;
  • Support the Finance Manager in the ongoing assets and liabilities management;
  • Prepare and analyse liquidity management information including stress testing against Society models; and
  • Preparation and submission of regulatory returns.
About you

The ideal candidate will be highly numerate and capable of preparing and analysing complex financial data.   Attention to detail is imperative. Experienced of working in a regulated environment would be beneficial, preferably in the Financial Services sector.   AAT qualified (or studying towards) would be an advantage, however we will consider applications from candidates qualified by experience in a similar role.

Working for Ecology

Located in Silsden, West Yorkshire, our offices are an eco-friendly design and build.   In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

  • Pension scheme*;
  • On site free parking available;
  • Competitive holiday allowance with an annual holiday purchase scheme;
  • Life Assurance*;
  • Annual volunteering days;
  • Cycle to work scheme; and
  • Annual profit related pay scheme.
    * after 3 months qualifying service

As a Building Society, we’re a mutual, which means we’re owned by our members and are run exclusively in their best interests. If you would like to join our team and pursue a rewarding career in a Company that exists to make a difference, then please apply today by emailing your CV to [email protected].