Rutherford Cross is working with a premium Drinks business based in Glasgow to recruit for a Commercial Finance Assistant Manager. This position represents an excellent opportunity for a motivated, qualified accountant who wants to work in the drinks sector. In addition, the business will provide a firm career platform with good opportunities for personal and professional development. The Commercial Finance team plays an integral part in shaping the decision-making across the business. The company operates in a fast-paced and fluid environment and is looking for a candidate who is curious, eager to learn and develop, and motivated to build a long-term career with an incredibly exciting and entrepreneurial business.
The main duties and responsibilities will involve:
* Liaising with International sales teams, including working on pricing and value chains
* Gathering, analysing and reporting management information for the Board each month
* Analysing market data to provide insights and shape strategy
* Reporting and analysing sales data
* Providing sales and marketing teams (UK and International) with appropriate weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports
* Ad hoc data and analysis for the Head of Commercial Finance and Sales and Marketing leads
* Assisting with the annual budgeting process
* Analysing and reporting across all sectors of the business (International, UK and Bulk Spirit Supply)
* Analysing and reporting on customer and brand profitability
* Carrying out analysis and reporting on market trends
* Manipulating data and completing reports on an ad hoc basis
* Working closely with the marketing team and various other functions within the business
* Supporting the Commercial Finance team with projects as required
Key Candidate Requirements:
* Fully qualified or qualified by experience accountant
* A natural self-starter, curious to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment
* Capability to manage different priorities and flexible to ensure required timescales are met
* Strong data analysis and reporting experience
* A keen eye for detail, ability to produce accurate reports and present information clearly
* Excellent commercial acumen, curious to understand the drivers of a business
* Great communicator, natural ability to business partner across the organisation
* Prior experience in a commercial finance or financial analysis role within the Drinks sector would be advantageous
On offer is a highly attractive salary with a 15% discretionary bonus on top. A generous annual leave allowance of 34 days is available with the opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days. The business is office-based and offers an earlier finish at 2pm on a Friday.
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