Financial Analysis Associate

Role overview

This opening is for a Financial Analysis Associate in Dublin within the financial services sector. The position sits in a finance team that is growing as the business expands its Dublin presence. It is an on-site role with significant exposure to senior leaders and core commercial initiatives in a fast-moving, business-focused environment.

Compensation and benefits

The salary range is €65,000 to €75,000, with additional bonus, pension, and healthcare benefits.

Why this role stands out

This opportunity is well suited to a qualified accountant who wants to transition into a commercial finance and analysis position. The role provides practical involvement in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and strategic analysis, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Candidates coming from Transaction Advisory, Deals Advisory, or similar analytical backgrounds are especially relevant if they are seeking their first move into industry.

Key responsibilities

The role reports into the Financial Analysis team and involves building reporting and analysis that supports decision-making across the business.

• Prepare monthly finance dashboards and recurring performance reports.
• Review revenue, cost, and key operating metrics to identify trends and insights.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Build and maintain financial models and wider business analysis tools.
• Translate analysis into recommendations that support business decisions.
• Contribute to business cases, investment appraisals, and strategic projects.
• Work closely with finance colleagues and stakeholders from other departments.
• Help improve reporting processes and enhance the quality of outputs.

Candidate profile

The employer is looking for an ambitious, commercially aware finance professional with strong analytical capability and the confidence to engage with stakeholders.

• ACA, ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Background in Transaction Advisory, Deals Advisory, FP&A, or a comparable analytical finance role.
• Strong skills in financial modelling and quantitative analysis.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Hands-on experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, or business planning.
• Clear communication skills and strong stakeholder management ability.
• Financial services experience is beneficial but not mandatory.
• A motivated, commercially minded mindset with a desire to grow in a high-performing team.

Additional information

The successful candidate will join a high-visibility finance function and work in a setting that values performance, insight, and commercial thinking.