Senior Commercial Finance Analyst
- Blackburn, Lancashire
- £36,575-47,025 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based (location subject to change due to planned northwest office relocation)
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £36,575 - £47,025 & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG GroupAbout the Role:We have a new opportunity available for an experienced Senior Commercial Finance Analyst! In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping strategic decisions through impactful analysis and meaningful business partnering. From improving commercial reporting and driving performance insights, to supporting budgeting, streamlining processes, and helping guide long-term investments. You'll be at the heart of turning data into action across the business.The role will also act as a Finance Business Partner for Operational and Senior Management Teams as well as collaborating cross functionally with the Group Shared Services team.We are looking for a commercially driven self-starter with a proactive approach towards problem solving and achieving desired results.What you'll be doing:
- Produce frequent reports to various stakeholders across the group along with key points and recommendations to aid decision making
- Organise and chair weekly/monthly meetings and create robust action plans
- Follow action plans through to completion and/or hold members to account
- Contribute to the annual budgeting process by providing insight based on trends
- Assist the finance team in year-end audit process on performance related queries
- Undertake various project work such as automation, systems (SAP/POS) improvement
- Oversee and produce monthly Board Pack and Profit & Loss Account
- Review site by site performance at a granular level in order to improve performance and undertake benchmarking exercises at margin and opex level
- Business partner with Regional Managers in order to improve YOY and bottom-line performance by giving clear guidance and recommendations
- Identify process gaps and improve them by working cross functionally
- Report on brand partnerships along with their ROI which will aid exec board in making future Capex decisions
- Analyse and critique initiatives such as supplier changes or new product launches
- Understand the businesses core KPIs and work with the in-country lead to drive these
- Prepare weekly/monthly dashboards to give clear visuals for non-financial managers
- Chartered Accountant - Preferred (part qualified / QBE will be considered)
- Experience working in a Commercial Finance role or similar
- Ability to work in a growing fast paced environment
- Have the confidence to challenge and show resilience where required
- Demonstrate high levels of integrity and diligence
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Financial Modelling would be desirable but not essential
- Macros/VBA/SQL would be advantageous but not essential
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills as the post holder will be required to communicate at all levels in the organisation
- Have the aptitude to stand in for the Commercial Finance Manager when required
- Hands on experience in a multi-site retail operation would be beneficial but not essential
- Experience of using SAP would be desirable
- Possess Commercial Awareness and business acumen
- Performance Based Bonus Scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
- Career development and progression opportunities within a global organization.
- ASDA Discount Card - 15% off all ASDA stores
- Free Secure Car Parking
- Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
- Dress Down Fridays
- Prayer and Ablution Facilities
- Work Anniversary Rewards
- Free Eye Test