Summary: The Commercial Finance Analyst role in Leicester involves improving financial understanding and accountability for budgetary control within a well-run finance department. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers the potential for permanent employment and requires a qualified accountant to provide valuable analysis and reporting to influence decision-making. The position supports strategic initiatives and identifies trends and opportunities for the business. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and be immediately available for this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpretation and validation of monthly results delivering financial performance and KPIs.
• Provide valuable analysis to influence decision-making and support strategic initiatives.
• Identify areas of concern, emerging trends, and opportunities, presenting information logically.
• Provide insightful reporting to the wider business as required.
• Offer analytical support including profitability analysis and business review presentations.
• Work independently and cross-functionally to deliver detailed, accurate, and timely reporting.

Key Skills:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA or equivalent).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent IT and Excel proficiency.
• Business partnering skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Salary (Rate): 55000

City: Leicester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance