Job Description
Joining Great Bear as a Commercial Analyst, you will provide financial analysis and bid support, working closely with the Business Development team to play a pivotal role in winning and implementing new business.
This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, during office hours, offering a competitive salary and package with the opportunity to work for a forward-thinking market leader.
* Create detailed costings and profit and loss models for warehousing, transportation, and added-value services based on information provided by potential customers and the solutions design team.
* Formulate viable proposals based on open book, tariffs, and hybrid commercial arrangements as appropriate.
* Quantify the benefits of new business when integrated into existing operations.
* Investigate ‘what-if’ scenarios and evaluate financial risks of proposals.
* Generate documents and presentation materials to support bids.
* Effectively communicate finance models and commercial proposals during internal bid reviews.
* Attend customer meetings to present commercial aspects of proposals and answer finance-related questions.
* Work with the finance team to create accurate weekly costings for new business and existing customers.
* Complete investment appraisals (NPV, IRR, ROCE) for business cases.
Qualifications
To apply for the Senior Finance Analyst role, you should possess:
* Qualified accountant with industry experience in a similar role.
* Experience in undertaking investment appraisals.
* Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
* Attention to detail and an analytical approach.
* Experience in general accounting practices.
* A questioning and inquisitive approach, seeking out new methods for more efficient and accurate financial data provision.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, sharing knowledge and improvement ideas.
* Hardworking, flexible, and committed to meeting deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels, including operational managers, directors, customers, suppliers, and internal staff.
Additional Information
As part of our commitment to making Great Bear a great place to work, we are proud to promote an inclusive and diverse environment, focusing on employee development and recognizing success.
Our learning and development programs are available to all employees, providing opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a collaborative team culture.
Our benefits include:
* Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays
* Private Medical Cover: via Bupa, with flexible and speedy access to care
* Pension Scheme: with a generous employer contribution
* Life Assurance: 4x your annual salary
* Wellness Support: 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
* Eye Care Vouchers: discounts on eye tests and glasses
* Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, long service awards
* Everyday Discounts: access to over 50 retailer discounts via our benefits platform
If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now and join our #WinningTeam!
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