Commercial Finance Analyst
Posted 5 days ago by Forge Talent
£42,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Undetermined
Accrington, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Commercial Finance Analyst role is a 12-month fixed-term contract focused on driving business performance through financial analysis and strategic insights. The position involves collaboration with senior leaders and the commercial team to oversee profit and loss responsibilities, lead negotiations, and provide financial expertise for growth initiatives. The analyst will also deliver training on commercial finance and assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shape decisions impacting daily performance and future growth.
- Oversee full profit and loss responsibilities.
- Lead financial aspects of division-level negotiations.
- Deliver detailed analysis of key financial performance drivers.
- Partner with commercial teams on major initiatives.
- Offer strategic financial advice and lead training sessions.
- Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to forecasts and budgets.
Key Skills:
- Strong analytical skills.
- Experience in financial analysis and reporting.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in commercial finance and pricing strategies.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
Salary (Rate): £42,000.00 yearly
City: Accrington
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Commercial Finance Analyst 12 month Fixed Term Contract This is more than a numbers role — it’s your chance to help drive the business forward. As a Commercial Finance Analyst, you’ll shape decisions that impact everything from daily performance to future growth. Working alongside the FP&A Manager, you’ll uncover insights, spot trends, and collaborate with senior leaders across multiple teams to make a real difference. Oversee full profit and loss responsibilities, working closely with the commercial team to deliver valuable analysis that informs strategic decisions. Lead financial aspects of division-level negotiations, including participation in business tender processes. Deliver detailed analysis and insights into key financial performance drivers, identifying opportunities for improvement. Partner with commercial teams on major initiatives, offering financial expertise to drive sustainable and profitable growth. Offer strategic financial advice to the commercial function and lead training sessions on commercial finance, with a focus on enhancing margins through effective pricing strategies and promotional spend management. Foster strong cross-functional relationships and peer collaboration across the organization's leadership. Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to the preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budgets.