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Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst
Location: Manchester
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview: Gleeson Recruitment Group are pleased to be working exclusively with a leading logistics business on their search for a commercially astute Commercial Finance Analyst to join their growing finance team. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to work closely with multiple departments, offering critical financial insights and analysis to support business decision-making. The successful candidate will be instrumental in managing and manipulating large volumes of data, delivering meaningful insights to help drive operational efficiency and business profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Analysis & Reporting:
o Prepare detailed financial analysis, including trend analysis, variance analysis, and performance reports to monitor and drive business performance.
o Work closely with operational teams to provide commercial insights into financial results and operational efficiencies.
o Develop and present financial reports to senior management, ensuring that key metrics and KPIs are accurately tracked and explained.
* Forecasting & Budgeting:
o Assist in the preparation and management of annual budgets, forecasts, and rolling financial projections, ensuring alignment with business strategy and objectives.
o Update and monitor financial forecasts, providing insights into any significant changes or risks to business performance.
* Business Partnering:
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Operations, Sales, and Commercial) to provide financial insight and challenge assumptions in strategic decision-making.
o Assist in evaluating new business opportunities, contracts, and pricing models, ensuring financial risks and opportunities are considered.
* Profitability & Cost Management:
o Analyse the financial performance of individual contracts, projects, and business units to assess profitability and efficiency.
o Provide insights and recommendations for cost control measures and margin improvements.
* Data Management & Analysis:
o Manage and manipulate large sets of financial and operational data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for the business.
o Use data-driven insights to assist in strategic decision-making and improve overall business performance.
o Ensure data accuracy and integrity while preparing complex financial models and reports.
o Identify and implement improvements in financial reporting, analysis, and processes to ensure greater efficiency and accuracy.
o Support the automation of key financial processes and the development of streamlined financial reporting tools.
* Ad-Hoc Projects & Analysis:
o Take on special financial analysis projects as required by the business, providing key insights for decision-making.
o Support the finance team with ad-hoc reporting and project-based financial analysis.
Key Requirements:
* Qualifications & Experience:
o A professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent, or working towards qualification.
o Proven experience in a financial analyst role, preferably within the logistics, supply chain, or similar industries.
o Solid understanding of financial concepts, financial modelling, and forecasting.
o Experience with financial reporting and analysis using advanced Excel (Power BI skills would be advantageous).
o Experience handling, managing, and manipulating large datasets to extract relevant business insights.
* Skills & Attributes:
o Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex financial data.
o Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, with a deep understanding of financial modelling techniques and data management.
o Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
o Commercially focused, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence decision-making across the business.
o Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
o A proactive, self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Why Join This Company?
* Growth Opportunities: Work in an expanding, forward-thinking company that offers career development and growth opportunities.
* Collaborative Culture: Join a team-oriented environment where your contributions make a direct impact on the business.
* Competitive Benefits: A competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.
* Dynamic Environment: Be part of an innovative business within the logistics and fulfilment industry, where no two days are the same.
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