Junior Financial Analyst

Junior Commercial Finance Analyst Salary: 35,000 - 37,500 Location: Lichfield or Wigan (travel will be expensed to non home based site) Ashley Kate are partnering with a growing business to recruit a Junior Commercial Finance Analyst to join a close knit commercial finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys partnering with operational stakeholders, analysing financial performance and providing meaningful insight to support commercial decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesProduce weekly and monthly financial reports, providing meaningful analysis and commercial insight.Support the budgeting and forecasting process, including annual budgets and rolling forecasts.Partner with commercial, marketing, supply chain and operational teams to support business performance.Analyse sales, margins and operating costs, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.Take ownership of designated overhead budgets and contribute to the management of operational profit and loss accounts.Prepare financial commentary for monthly management reports and stakeholder meetings.Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data across reporting systems.Support internal and external audit requirements.Assist with maintaining robust financial controls and compliance procedures.Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, increase efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives.Work collaboratively with stakeholders to provide financial support for new projects ..... full job details .....