Commercial Analyst

Greenwellgleeson are recruiting for Commercial Analyst to work with a business in Birmingham City Centre.

• Lead, coach and develop a team, driving high performance through effective workload management, regular reviews and ongoing professional development.
• Deputise for the Finance Manager when required, providing leadership support across financial planning, reporting, analysis and commercial initiatives.
• Manage the delivery of accurate and timely period-end reporting, identifying opportunities to enhance reporting and processes.
• Prepare departmental financial reports, delivering insightful variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Support the production of external reporting packs and associated financial information.
• Review and oversee balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Evaluate financial risks and opportunities, providing insight to support business performance and decision-making.
• Play an active role in finance transformation and continuous improvement projects across the function.

• Fully qualified accountant ACA/ ACCA/ ACMA
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with a sound understanding of balance sheet and profit & loss reporting.
• Experience managing the financial close process, with a focus on delivering accurate reporting and maintaining effective financial controls.
• Demonstrable experience leading, coaching and developing finance teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial data into commercial insight.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; experience with SAP would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and constructively challenge at all levels.
• Ability to identify financial risks and opportunities while effectively managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record of building strong relationships and collaborating effectively with stakeholders across the business.