We are delighted to be working exclusively with a highly successful and fast-growing business based in Birmingham to recruit a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst. This is a newly created role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders in a commercially focused, strategic finance position.
This business operates in a dynamic, performance-driven sector and has ambitious plans for the next 3-5 years. As part of their continued investment in their finance function, they are seeking a commercially astute and forward-thinking qualified accountant to take ownership of key areas of analysis, strategic planning and business partnering.
Key Responsibilities
As Senior Commercial Finance Analyst you will be responsible for the following:
Lead detailed sales performance analysis, identifying key trends and drivers to support decision-making
Drive margin analysis across products, channels and customers, with a view to improving profitability
Monitor and interpret key KPI's across the business, providing actionable insight to senior leaders
Play a pivotal role in budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives
Support long-term strategic planning, including detailed 5-year plans and scenario modelling
Partner with commercial and operational teams to challenge assumptions and influence business strategy
Present clear and concise analysis to finance and non-finance stakeholders alike
Key Requirements
For this Senior Commercial Finance Analyst role the successful candidate will possess the following:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Strong commercial acumen, with a proven track record in a similar analytical or business partnering role
Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills; experience with BI tools is a plus
Able to work with pace and precision in a fast-moving environment
Confident communicator, comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and adding value beyond the numbers
- Degree in accountancy, business or economics.
What's on Offer:
Salary up to £75,000, dependent on experience
Discretionary annual bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days in the office per week)
Genuine opportunity to make a strategic impact and progress within a growing business
This is a rare opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of its growth journey, where you can genuinely shape the commercial direction of the organisation.
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