Job Title: Commercial Finance Analyst
Location: Leicestershire (Head Office)
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Are you looking for a dynamic finance role where you can make a real impact? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Next Commercial Finance team as a Commercial Finance Analyst. Based at our head office in Leicestershire, you’ll play a key role in managing and reporting on head office cost centres across Facilities, Security, HR, Legal, and Finance.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Managing the month-end accounting process, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Allocating head office costs across key Next divisions (Retail, UK Online, Label, and International).
Preparing detailed finance reports, variance analysis, and commentary for senior management.
Building strong relationships with cost centre managers, attending monthly reviews, and providing insights on budget variances.
Leading the preparation of budgets and forecasts to support cost control and efficiency.
Driving process improvements and enhancing cost management using Power BI .
Managing the Next company car accounts, business recharges, and leasing model.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in a commercial finance role, with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
Studying towards ACCA or CIMA (or equivalent).
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work with Excel, SQL, and Power BI (preferred but not essential).
A confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ownership of tasks.
A proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving.
Why Join Us?
At Next, we offer more than just a job – we provide opportunities for career growth, development, and the chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team. With great benefits and a supportive culture, this is the perfect place to build your career in commercial finance.
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