Commercial Finance Analyst
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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Commercial Finance Analyst to join our team. This is a hands-on role with exposure to a broad range of finance activities, including month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
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Main Responsibilities:
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* Financial Support:
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* Assist in the month-end process, including journal postings, account reconciliations, and preparation of management accounts. Support budget reviews, forecasts, and annual audits.
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* Payroll & Staff Costs:
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* Collaborate with the People Team to process and review payroll data. Ensure control systems are maintained across all transactions, particularly sales, cost of sales, and staffing.
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* Accounts Reconciliation & Cash Management:
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* Manage weekly postings and reconciliation of received payments. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure all daily/monthly transactions are recorded and reported accurately.
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* Sales & VAT Reporting:
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* Calculate and post sales, including VAT breakdowns and Tronc (tips). Maintain the trial balance, including schedules for prepayments, accruals, accounts payable, and receivable.
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* Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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* Work closely with the Events team to ensure timely invoicing for events and stays, and complete regular deposit reconciliations.
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* Travel & Team Engagement:
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* Be willing to travel between offices to promote collaboration, ensure continuity, and maintain strong information flows.
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* Ad Hoc Projects & Analysis:
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* Support with project-based analysis and one-off financial investigations as required.
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About You:
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* You hold part-qualified accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
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* You have at least 5 years previous experience as a Commercial Finance Analyst.
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* You possess a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.
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* You are skilled in using accounting systems and software with strong Excel capability.
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* You are confident working independently and within a team.
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* You are an effective communicator and trusted business partner.
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* You are organised, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities.
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* You are willing to contribute to sustainability improvements in the workplace.
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