We are thrilled to be seeking a brand new Commercial Finance Analyst on a 12 month contract to join our business-critical Finance function at our Chester Head Office.
In return for your hard work, we can ensure you join a vibrant, inclusive work culture and make the most of fantastic career progression opportunities alongside some impressive company benefits!
Paying a salary up to £50,000 per annum
Plus access to our annual STIP (annual company-wide bonus) scheme with up to an additional 10% of your salary
️ 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Plus an additional day off for your Birthday
Plus an additional two volunteering days per year
A flexible hybrid-working policy, with a minimum of two days a week from our Chester head office
An enhanced maternity and paternity policy
Inclusive and supportive work environment
Employee discounts and benefits with your wellbeing at the centre
Opportunities for career progression, personal development and opportunities to be recognised
Comprehensive training and development programs to set you up for success
Study support for additional qualifications, courses and accreditations
Numerous dedicated wellbeing initiatives and access to 24/7 mental health support
️️ On-site gym at our Chester HQ.
We are excited to be welcoming our newest Commercial Finance Analyst to our industry-leading team. In this role you will support the Commercial Finance leadership team across two key areas:
FP&A – delivering accurate and timely Group and divisional budgets and forecasts.
Commercial Finance – providing commercial analysis and challenge to all areas of the business to aid decision-making.
Your Responsibilities
As Commercial Finance Analyst your core accountabilities will cover:
FP&A
* Actualising and rolling forwards consolidated Group and divisional forecast models (including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and KPIs) in a timely and accurate manner.
* Carrying out reasonableness checks on information provided by the business, performing analysis to ensure assumptions are credible, questioning inputs where required and evaluating risks and opportunities.
* Supporting with the production of the weekly cash flow forecast as required, identifying and querying unexpected movements.
Commercial Finance
* Working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to complete accurate and timely analysis and reporting on projects and initiatives.
* Playing back financial modelling and analysis to a range of stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
* Producing monthly and ad-hoc reporting and tracking performance trends as required.
Additional accountabilities:
* Assisting in the resolution of business queries with core Finance in relation to month-end variances.
* Supporting on cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives as required.
Skills and Qualifications
We are looking for those who can share in our company goals, values and ethos, who can grow alongside us and whose skills can aid our ongoing success!
First and foremost we are interested in those who have the potential to hold these values, as for this position, we ask you to have the following key skills:
* Newly qualified or actively studying for an accounting qualification
* Worked with or supported cross-functional / non-finance teams with commercial analysis
* Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
* High attention to detail
* Excellent communication and organisation skills
* Excellent numeracy and problem-solving skills
* Excellent Excel & PowerPoint skills
* Strong commercial awareness
* Ability to adapt to change
The Forge Holiday Group
The Forge Holiday Group encompasses Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, UKcaravans4hire and Bachcare in New Zealand and unites us under four company values, which are the foundations of every aspect of our business and remain at the heart of everything we do. By Being One Team, Owning it, Communicating Honestly and showcasing a devotion to Learning, Growing and Innovating, we remain true to our original ethos and ensure we stay true to our Customers, Owners and Colleagues alike.
Diversity and Inclusion:
We encourage and welcome our people to bring their authentic and best selves to work every day. We know the power that comes from different ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We recognise the role diversity plays in achieving our goals as a business. We actively welcome applications from as wide a range of backgrounds as possible. If you need any particular support or accommodations as part of your application process, please get in touch - our recruitment team are happy to help.
If you are actively seeking your next career challenge, keen to join a diverse, exciting team, or want to grow your career within an industry leader, we welcome you to get in touch or apply!
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