Agency :
Havas Lynx
Job Description :
Are you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector?
At Havas Lynx, a global healthcare communications agency, we combine creativity, expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare fields. Our communications resonate with audiences and meet high standards of healthcare advertising.
We are committed to driving meaningful change through experience, innovation, and a proven track record. We work closely with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and pharmaceutical brands to navigate today's healthcare challenges. Our approach integrates strategic insights, scientific knowledge, creativity, and digital innovation to craft impactful campaigns.
Our team of over 400+ in Manchester and London has a history of 35+ years, with a dynamic future ahead. You can explore our #LYNXLife on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
All our achievements—saving lives, generating revenue, influencing policies, winning awards—are thanks to our dedicated team.
Please note that this role is based in Manchester, with a hybrid work model requiring office attendance on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Summary of our role
As the Commercial Finance Analyst, you will collaborate with stakeholders to provide financial insights and support. You will delegate tasks, guide junior team members, and promote understanding of financial processes within the agency.
Key responsibilities include:
* Producing month-end reports focusing on Gross Income (GI), including deferred income schedules and GI reporting documents.
* Serving as the main contact for internal agencies, driving financial performance on KPIs like Billability and GI.
* Participating in WIP meetings, monitoring actions, and challenging financials.
* Presenting monthly performance analyses at Senior Leadership meetings and providing future insights.
* Generating monthly network reports and maintaining trackers for revenue forecasting.
* Creating ad hoc reports as needed.
Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
* Supporting junior team members through delegation and guidance.
* Building your profile within the agency and liaising with teams to ensure financial understanding.
* Providing advice and fostering positive working relationships.
Understanding and engaging with the agency
* Demonstrating knowledge of our services and explaining our portfolio confidently.
* Understanding roles of other departments and managing their involvement.
* Ensuring administrative and scheduling procedures are followed.
* Contributing to Havas Lynx’s goals.
This role could be a great fit if you:
* Are a part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Are proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially minded.
* Have advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
* Experience with Power BI is a plus.
* Can interpret complex financial data and communicate insights clearly.
* Possess strong communication skills to explain financial principles to non-finance colleagues.
* Have excellent problem-solving skills.
What we offer
A supportive environment for learning, growth, and impact. We invest in our #LYNXLife and #LXAcademy programs to reward effort, reduce pressures, and foster a positive workplace. Our strategy focuses on internal development and attracting top talent to fulfill our mission.
Our benefits include:
* Hybrid working model
* Starting holiday allowance of 28 days + Bank Holidays, increasing with service
* Holiday buy, carry, or sell options
* Early Friday finishes
* Seasonal working hours
* Enhanced family leave and return schemes
* Extensive learning and development support
* Sabbatical options
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* Cycle to work scheme
* Life insurance (4x salary)
* Company pension
* Company events and volunteer days
* Wellbeing programs including sports clubs, gym discounts, onsite flu shots, Wellness Wednesdays, and more
* Medicash healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, confidential)
Contact us to see how we can make a meaningful impact together.
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Contract Type :
Permanent
We are committed to equal opportunities and have a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination. We welcome applicants regardless of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability, or other factors unrelated to job performance.
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