Commercial Finance Analyst

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organisation seeks a Commercial Finance Analyst in Birmingham. This role involves delivering financial insights, supporting key business processes, and engaging with various stakeholders to drive profitability. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with robust analytical skills and a proactive mindset.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company perk scheme

Fantastic company culture

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge and commercial instinct required.
• Excellent Excel and data modelling skills.
• Proven track record in a fast-paced, stakeholder-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver insightful financial analysis and performance reviews.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and planning processes.
• Monitor financial KPIs and assist with profitability analysis.

Skills

Data Analysis

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Modelling

Communication

Excel

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Are you a commercially minded finance professional ready to partner with business leaders to drive performance? Do you enjoy combining data analysis with strategic thinking to influence key decisions? Looking for a role that blends stakeholder engagement with true business impact?

We are thrilled to be working with a highly respected professional services organisation seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to join their evolving finance team based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where finance plays a pivotal role in shaping business strategy.
You'll act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across multiple business areas - providing clear insight into financial performance, guiding forecasting and planning, and helping drive profitability across the organisation.

This role comes with an annual salary of up to 55,000.00.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering insightful financial analysis and monthly performance reviews to key stakeholders across various teams
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes - ensuring clarity and accuracy at every step
• Evaluating business cases and supporting investment decisions through robust modelling and appraisal
• Partnering with leaders to identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost efficiency
• Monitoring and managing financial KPIs, billing, cash collection, and time recording
• Assisting with profitability analysis, and commercial input into business development opportunities
• Taking ownership of ad hoc project work and contributing to continuous improvement across finance processes
• Providing finance training to non-finance stakeholders and enhancing financial understanding across the business

Candidate Experience, Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong technical knowledge and commercial instinct
• Excellent Excel and data modelling skills, with the ability to distil complex data into meaningful insight
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced, stakeholder-focused environment
• A proactive and curious mindset, always looking to add value and improve how things are done

Benefits Include:

• Annual salary up to 55,000.00
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company perk scheme
• Fantastic company culture

Join a business where finance isn't just about numbers - it's about shaping the future. Apply now.

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