A FMCG business is currently experiencing exponential growth and is looking to expand their Finance team in Watford. My client is currently recruiting for a Commercial Finance Analyst. The role and business offer excellent hybrid working options and excellent progression opportunities for the right individual.Responsibilities:Brand, product category and product reporting - sales (volume and mix), cost, margin.Sales reporting and analysis for senior level stakeholders.Analysis of KPI reports including channel, customer, product profitability providing investigation and commentary on variance to plan for a range of senior Directors.Month end commentary and analysis of sales and margin comparisons to budget and prior year, liaison with Commercial team to understand/challenge and draw insight on performance, risks and opportunitiesRobust commercial, trend and business analysis across customer, categories and productsEnsure complex information and data is turned into clear and digestible informationSupport decision making across the commercial teams with insightful and accurate recommendationsTaking a lead role in the budgeting and forecasting process working with commercial and finance teamsWork closely with Finance team to ensure accurate allocation of deductions, understanding drivers of distribution,Building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with all senior managers and their teamRequirements:Finance professional with significant qualified experience; FMCG ..... full job details .....