Expense Analyst

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for cost analysis and business insight? Do you want to play a key role in shaping financial planning and decision-making within an evolving and growing organisation?

At First Central, we're looking for an Expense Analyst to join our Group Expenses Team. This team is instrumental in developing our financial 5-year plan, annual budget, and reforecasting processes, ensuring that our non-indemnity expenses are well managed and optimised.

As an Expense Analyst, you’ll support the Group Expenses Lead in reviewing and analysing costs across the business. You’ll work with stakeholders across Finance and beyond, providing insightful financial analysis to help manage costs, identify opportunities for efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making.

Must-have skills to be successful in this role:

• Experience in Finance – You might be working as a Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant, or Assistant Accountant, with a background in financial planning, forecasting, or accounts payable.
• Strong Communication Skills – You’ll be confident in conveying financial insights clearly, whether through reports, presentations, or discussions with stakeholders. Your ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights will help drive informed decision-making across the business.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Mindset – You’ll have a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret financial data effectively.
• Proactive & Collaborative Approach – A team player with a commercial mindset, deadline-driven, and eager to contribute to business improvements.

We're big on working flexibly - you'll spend most of your time working from home, with 1 day per week in the office at Haywards Heath, West Sussex - because collaborating with colleagues is always great, right? But of course, it’s your choice - if you prefer to be in the office more - that's good with us too.

At First Central, we offer a supportive work environment where you can grow and develop your career. You’ll have the opportunity to work on high-impact financial projects, collaborate with talented teams, and gain exposure to strategic cost management initiatives.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real difference and be part of a forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you!