Automation Data Analyst (Finance)- Cheshire

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Automation Data Analyst (Finance)- Cheshire

About The Role

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking an Automation Data Analyst (Finance) to join a project within the Financial Services sector. This is initially a 6 month contract with strong potential for extension and will be a hybrid role based in Cheshire.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced Automation Analyst looking to drive process efficiency and control improvements across Finance. The role focuses on identifying automation opportunities, rapidly prototyping solutions, and scaling effective tools to enhance reporting, reconciliation, and operational processes.

Responsibilities:

Identify, collate, and prioritise automation opportunities across finance processes, including EUC and manual operational workflows
Develop and implement automated solutions using tools such as Power Automate and Power Query
Build and maintain Excel-based automation solutions, including VBA where appropriate
Partner with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable automation solutions
Apply a structured and iterative approach to problem-solving, delivering MVP solutions and refining based on feedback

About You

4–5 years’ experience in a finance, reporting, or automation-focused role
Strong understanding of finance processes such as reconciliations, reporting cycles, and controls
Hands-on experience with Power Automate, Power Query, and Excel-based automation tools
Working knowledge of VBA or similar scripting languages
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured and systematic delivery approach

About Us

FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK ‘Best Employer’.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Why join us

Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
Annual leave and work-place pension