Junior Commercial Finance Analyst

Job Title:

Junior Commercial Finance Analyst

Industry:

PublishingLocation:

Central LondonHybrid role:

3 days per week in the officeSalary:

£30,000 to £32,500 (depending on relevant experience)Contract type:

Full time, permanent roleCedar have partnered with a household name in publishing who are recruiting a commercially minded Junior Commercial Finance Analyst with excellent academic credentials and a passion for publishing.This role involves supporting the HQ Commercial Finance team in delivering exceptional service to the publishing department. Responsibilities span budgeting, forecasting, month-end analysis, acquisition PandLs, profitability reviews, and royalties reporting. Accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate financial concepts to non-finance colleagues are crucial.Key Responsibilities

Support budgeting and forecasting by ensuring accuracy, liaising with publishing teams, and preparing reports.Assist with the preparation of acquisition cases and maintain a financial pipeline for performance analysis.Perform month-end tasks including provisions, accruals, and profitability reviews with high attention to detail.Deliver timely reports and insights for monthly executive meetings.Provide ad hoc financial analysis and quarterly royalties reporting to support decision-making.Person Specification

Educated to degree level (2:1 or above) with an excellent academic background.Finance or accountancy experience, such as a 6 month + internship, a sandwich year in industry, or relevant work experience.Strong communication and analytical skills.Desire to pursue ACCA or CIMA qualifications.Proficiency in ExcelCollaborative, adaptable, and organised with a proactive mindset.Genuine enthusiasm for books, reading, and the publishing industry.Only shortlisted candidates will be ..... full job details .....