Analyst I - Student Placement - Manchester

Analyst | Student Placement

Reporting to: Audit Lead

Duration: 1 year - Start date July/August 2023

Degree Background: Business/Finance/Economics/Mathematics/Languages/any other UNDERGRADUATE analytical biased degree

Work location: Central Manchester office

Main purpose of job:

Clarify and conclude whether all financial commitments and agreements made by suppliers to the Client have been actioned correctly and rectifying any errors that may arise. This involves financial analysis, research, investigation, collaborative working supporting our internal colleagues and external clients, understanding the needs and then presentation and negotiation.

Key tasks:

Review client contracts, archived data, emails and other documentation for evidence of errors and omissions in the financial commitments and agreements made by suppliers to the Client. Pursuit of such claims to the satisfaction of the client; liaising with key stakeholders up to CFO level.

Skills required:

On course for achieving a 2.1 or above in their respective degree. High numerical ability.

Company Overview:

We are one of the world’s most exciting Professional Services Companies specialising in Profit Discovery Auditing, Data Analytics and Consulting. As Placement Analysts, you will work side-by-side with seasoned PRGX employees to assist with implementing Recovery Audit programs for our clients.

Client Overview:

Our clients include 75% of the Top 30 Global Retailers – you will be working in the PRGX offices and/or on-site with some of the biggest name retailers in the United Kingdom!

• We make our clients GBP£1.2BN each year

Main purpose of job:

Clarify and conclude whether all financial commitments and agreements made by suppliers to the Client have been actioned correctly and rectifying any errors that may arise. This involves financial analysis, research, investigation, collaborative working supporting our internal colleagues and external clients, understanding the needs and then presentation and negotiation.

Key tasks:

Review client contracts, archived data, emails and other documentation for evidence of errors and omissions in the financial commitments and agreements made by suppliers to the Client. Data analysis – analyse, review and understand large data sets. Pursuit of such claims to the satisfaction of the client; liaising with key stakeholders up to CFO level.

Skills required:

• On course for achieving a 2.1 or above in their respective UNDERGRADUATE degree. High numerical ability.

• Microsoft Office experience, particularly Excel is advantageous.

Personal attributes:

• An ability to question and present information effectively

• High level of attention to detail with a clear questioning, methodical mind.

• Integrity, support, honesty and trust is key

• High motivation.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, both spoken and written

External contacts:

• Global Manufacturers, Client Trading and Finance Teams, Accounting and Data Services Colleagues

Internal contacts:

• Other audit staff on site

• Regional and Head Office staff of PRGX up to Managing Director

Remuneration:

• Competitive Placement Fixed Salary Income

• Flexible working hours plus 25 days + bank holidays per year

Interview Date:

Interviews to take place May/June 2023

Start date:

July/August 2023