Finance Business Intelligence Analyst

Sitting within our Finance and Controlling team here at Daimler Trucks UK, we have an exciting Data Analyst (Finance) opportunity waiting just for you. Reporting into the Head of Controlling, you will play a pivotal role within the Controlling department by transforming manual, fragmented processes into streamlined, data-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making accuracy. By leveraging advanced data manipulation and visualization techniques, the analyst will consolidate financial and operational data into actionable insights, supporting robust forecasting, planning, and performance analysis. This role is critical in driving automation, improving data integrity, and enabling timely reporting aligned with FP&A objectives, ultimately empowering leadership with the tools needed for strategic and agile financial management., The analyst will be responsible for identifying manual, repetitive processes within the Controlling function and designing automated workflows using BI tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL, Excel VBA). This includes streamlining data collection, validation, and reporting procedures to reduce cycle times and improve operational efficiency.

A key part of the role involves consolidating data from multiple sources (ERP systems, spreadsheets, operational databases) and transforming it into structured, reliable datasets. The analyst will ensure data consistency and readiness for analysis, enabling more accurate financial planning and performance tracking.

The analyst will develop and maintain dynamic dashboards and reports that provide clear visibility into key financial and operational metrics. These visualizations will support monthly reviews, variance analysis, and strategic decision-making, ensuring stakeholders have access to timely and actionable insights. Constantly updating and improving.

Working closely with FP&A teams, the analyst will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling by providing data-driven inputs and tools. This includes building models that reflect business drivers and trends, helping to improve forecast accuracy and agility in planning cycles.

The role requires close collaboration with Controlling, Finance, and Operational teams to understand business needs and translate them into analytical solutions. The analyst will act as a bridge between data and decision-makers, proactively identifying opportunities for cost optimization, revenue enhancement, and strategic improvements.

• University Degree Mandatory
• Professional/Advanced Power BI (Incl. DAX, Power Query, Power Pivot)
• Databases (SQL) - Ability to query databases and structure financial data efficiently
• Excel Mastery - Financial modelling and Macros (VBA)
• Power Automate
• SAP (CO-PA & FI) desired
• Accountancy qualification desired - CIMA, ACCA or ACA

This is a full time hybrid role, where you would be required to work form our head office based in Milton Keynes a minimum of two days a week in the office.

Pulled from the full job description

• Free parking
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• On-site parking