Commercial Finance Analyst

Anderson Knight is seeking a talented Commercial Finance Analyst to join one of our key clients, a major player within the FMCG industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and financial success.

As a Commercial Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for providing financial support and analysis to the business, driving insight and decision-making to improve profitability and operational performance.

Reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager the key duties of this role will include:

• Partnering with commercial teams to develop and deliver financial plans and forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities for growth
• Conducting analysis on pricing, promotions, and product performance to drive strategic decision-making
• Developing and maintaining financial models and reporting systems to support business operations
• Identifying opportunities for cost optimisation and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting the monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, including variance analysis and commentary
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business, providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making

The key skills of the ideal candidate will include:

• Part Qualified ACCA or CIMA / Qualified by Experience
• Experience of the FMCG / Manufacturing sector advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence decision-making
• Ability to analyse data and provide a detailed financial report
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial systems such as SAP or Oracle
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines

In return our client provides excellent hands on experience within a successful brand whilst offering great promotional opportunities.