Commercial Finance Analyst

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected professional services organization is looking for a Commercial Finance Analyst in Birmingham. This role involves providing financial analysis, supporting strategic planning, and engaging with stakeholders to drive performance. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company perk scheme

Fantastic company culture

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge and commercial instincts.
• Proven track record in a stakeholder-focused environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on adding value.

Responsibilities

• Deliver insightful financial analysis and monthly performance reviews.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.
• Evaluate business cases and support investment decisions.

Skills

Excel

Data Modelling

Communication

Stakeholder Management

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
• 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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