ABOUT PURPOSE

We are Purpose, the global social impact agency. 

We use creative storytelling and campaigns to shift narratives, spark movements and drive change. Partnering with philanthropies, brands and NGOs to inspire people to reimagine the world, and to harness their power to make it happen. 

Our movement-building, culture-changing, participatory projects have delivered real impact with our world leading partners since 2009. And as we’ve grown, our connections around the world have grown too. Yet we’ve never lost sight of what matters, collaborating with underrepresented audiences, impacted communities and unexpected allies, to tackle tomorrow’s biggest problems today. With Purpose.

Purpose specialises in; strategy, creative, campaigns, and impact measurement and learning - across the social impact space. 

We focus on six issue areas we believe are key to our collective future: environment and climate, equity, childhood and youth, democracy and human rights, mis and disinformation, public health. Join the team that madeall this work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Finance Analyst is responsible for all areas relating to financial planning, analysis and reporting for the EMEA Region. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of finance activities including grant reporting to clients, budgeting and forecasting. 

The Finance Analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies to streamline financial processes and improve the accuracy of reporting.  

The position will also have contact with regional leadership & company partners, which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. This role reports to the Finance Director, based in India, with a dotted line to the UK Head of Office. 

This role is offered at the Associate tier with a salary range of £31,350 - £41,800, as a Full-Time Indefinite term role. We are open to candidates based in and around London. We operate as a hybrid office with in-office work and events a few times a week, as needed. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Budgeting, reporting, forecasting & data analysis 
• Analyse and update monthly revenue pipeline
• Gather financial data, prepare reports tailored to client specific requirements & provide variance analysis
• Annual budgeting in partnership across offices & departments
• Support local leadership on key financial matters 
• Coordinate with global finance team on monthly reporting 
• Ad-hoc reporting and special projects for senior management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of experience in finance role, ideally within a client services, consulting or not-for-profit organisation 
• Degree in Finance or Accounting with relevant work experience in budgeting, forecasting, revenue reconciliation & client reporting 
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information as required
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and ability to meet timelines
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with teams across geographies
• Experience with Salesforce will be an advantage

Purpose takes on some of the biggest challenges in the world, which affect people of different identities and backgrounds in different ways. We are stronger and most effective with a diverse team leading the charge and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome the unique contributions that individuals bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.