Commercial analyst

Michael Page (UK); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Analyst to join an international manufacturing business. This role involves providing financial analysis, budgeting, and cost management while collaborating with commercial teams. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £55-60k along with opportunities for career progression within the growing business.

Qualifications

• Established analyst with a financial appreciation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed financial analysis on revenue, costs, and profitability.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to provide financial insights.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Support cost optimization efforts and recommend savings initiatives.
• Assist in developing pricing strategies for products and services.
• Develop financial models for decision-making.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Budgeting & forecasting

Cost management

Financial modeling

Job description

Job Description

International, multi-site manufacturing business with UK HQ in Alfreton

About Our Client

International, multi-site manufacturing business with UK HQ in Alfreton

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis: Provide detailed financial analysis on revenue, costs, and profitability. Analyse sales data, pricing strategies, and product performance to offer insights into business trends.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with commercial teams (e.g., sales, marketing, operations) to provide financial insight that supports strategic decisions and business growth.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Monitor financial performance and track against targets, providing recommendations to address any deviations.
• Reporting: Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management, highlighting key financial metrics, performance against targets, and areas for improvement.
• Cost Management: Support cost optimisation efforts by analysing cost structures, identifying efficiencies, and recommending cost-saving initiatives.
• Pricing Strategy: Assist in developing and evaluating pricing strategies for products and services, ensuring alignment with profitability goals and market conditions.
• Financial Modelling: Develop financial models to assess the potential impact of different business scenarios, helping to inform decision-making.

The Successful Applicant

You will be an established analyst with a financial appreciation, a commercial outlook with natural problem solving ability and strong interpersonal skills

What's on Offer

£55-60k with the opportunity to progress with a growing and evolving business