Commercial Finance Analyst

Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst
Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
5 Day a week in the office (Must be able to drive)

About the Role:
My client is looking for a commercially minded Commercial Finance Analyst to join their Finance team on a 6-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving financial performance and delivering strategic insights to senior stakeholders across the business.

Working closely with the HR and Marketing teams, you will provide critical support in forecasting, business case preparation, and monthly performance reporting - all while helping to shape the future of our commercial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Reporting: Review month-end financial results, identify necessary adjustments, and deliver clear, action-oriented commentary to stakeholders.

• Forecasting & Planning: Lead the financial forecasting and planning process for your assigned departments, ensuring alignment with the annual operating plan and stakeholder buy-in.

• Quarterly Reviews: Prepare and present at quarterly commercial reviews, highlighting key performance drivers and actionable insights to senior management.

• Business Case Development: Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate business cases, providing financial expertise including investment appraisal and scenario modelling.

• Project Tracking: Monitor cashflows for key projects, identifying risks and recommending actions to optimise commercial outcomes.

• Business Partnering: Act as a trusted finance partner to the Marketing and HR functions, with opportunities to broaden your scope over time.

Qualifications & Experience:
Essential:

• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, investment appraisal, and business partnering

• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, with working knowledge of Power BI

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, and work independently

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills