Junior Financial Analyst

Junior Financial Analyst - FP&A Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive group, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Support the preparation of monthly reporting packages, including actuals, variance analysis and commentary against budget and forecast. Support month-end closing activities including monitoring of accruals, invoice payments, prepayments and re-classes. Assist in the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles by collecting, consolidating and validating financial data. Maintain and update financial models, trackers and dashboards, ensuring accuracy and consistency of data. Perform reconciliations and investigate variances, escalating anomalies to senior analysts and managers. Partner with stakeholders across regions to gather inputs, respond to ad hoc queries and support decision-making. Contribute to process improvement, standardisation and automation initiatives, including the adoption of digital and AI-enabled tools. Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOPs and reporting deadlines. Work EMEA hours, with a preferred start time between 12:00PM and 1:00PM local time. How this opportunity is different As a Junior Financial Analyst (FP&A), you will support the month end close, budgeting, forecasting and reporting activities for one of our cost or business functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious early-career finance professional to build strong analytical foundations, gain exposure to international stakeholders, and grow within a collaborative, high-performing team. Skills and experience that will lead to success Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field. Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience in a finance, accounting or analytical role including internships. Strong graduates are welcome to apply. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data handling). Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy. Fluent English, both written and spoken, for daily work with international stakeholders. Well organized, proactive,and able to manage multiple priorities against deadlines. Exposure to FP&A processes such as budgeting, forecasting or management reporting. Familiarity with BI and planning tools (e.g., Power BI, Workday Adaptive Planning, TM1) or a willingness to learn them. Interest in automation and AI-enabled ways of working (e.g. Power Query, Copilot, macros/VBA). Professional qualification in progress (e.g CGMA, CFA, ACCA) is an advantage. How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com. 2585331