Job Title: Senior Financial Commercial Analyst
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and skilled financial professional to take on a key role in our organisation, driving strategic decision-making and commercial success. As a Senior Financial Commercial Analyst, you will be responsible for providing insightful analysis and financial data to support business planning and growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models and forecasts, including budgeting and forecasting processes.
* Analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights to inform business decisions.
* Promote financial ownership and understanding within operational teams, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to make informed decisions.
* Liaise with offshore teams to resolve issues and validate financial inputs.
* Identify opportunities for commercial improvement, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
* Lead investigations into variances, working collaboratively to uncover root causes and suggest actions.
* Collaborate with accounting teams to gather and interpret key financial data.
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive monthly reporting pack.
* P present key financial and operational metrics at departmental meetings, covering performance trends, risks, KPIs, and forecasts.
* Support the creation of rolling profit and loss forecasts with accuracy and consistency.
* Assist in delivering timely budgets and forecasts alongside the Head of FP&A.
* Conduct industry benchmarking and prepare competitive analysis reports.
Requirements:
* Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA) ideally.
* Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset and a focus on continuous improvement.
* Comfortable navigating ambiguity and challenging the status quo where needed.
* Effective time management and prioritisation skills, capable of juggling multiple tasks and tight deadlines independently.
* Confident communicator who can translate financial data for non-finance stakeholders.
* Advanced analytical skills, particularly in financial modelling, forecasting, and performance reporting.
* Detail-focused while maintaining a strategic outlook.
* Solid experience with Excel and SharePoint; Power BI skills highly desirable.
About Us:
We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, where our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. If you are a motivated and ambitious individual who shares our values and is passionate about delivering exceptional results, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.