Commercial Finance Analyst

Ryman; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading stationery retailer in Crewe is seeking a finance professional to take charge of reporting and analysis. The role involves monitoring store performance, providing financial support to various departments, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Ideal candidates should possess excellent Excel skills, a strong background in finance, and experience influencing senior management. The company offers a competitive pay package, generous holiday allowance, and a dynamic work environment geared towards growth and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive pay package

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Good understanding of sales, cost, and margin reporting.
• Inquisitive, forward-thinking, and a proactive self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the production and distribution of weekly trade packs and reports.
• Provide financial support to core business functions.
• Monitor and review store performance, recommending improvements.

Skills

Excel skills

Data interrogation and analysis

Commercial awareness

Team player

Confidence in communication

Ability to influence management

Job description

What will this role involve?

We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of key reporting, analysis, and business partnering responsibilities. In this role, you'll help drive performance, support core functions, and provide insights that shape operational and commercial decisions across the business.

What will you be responsible for?

• Ensure the production and distribution of weekly trade packs and reports
• Conduct in-depth data interrogation and analysis to drive efficiencies and improved return on investment
• Provide financial support to core business functions: Trading, Operations, and Logistics
• Monitor and review individual store performance, highlighting areas for challenge and improvement to the business
• Proactively identify and recommend potential cost savings opportunities
• Act as a business partner to various stakeholders, offering support and challenging commercial decisions
• Analyse trends to identify areas of both opportunity and risk
• Ensure alignment of weekly and monthly reporting in collaboration with the management accounts team
• Help mentor and support the Commercial Finance Assistant
• Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required by the business

What would we like to see in you?

• Inquisitive, forward‑thinking, passionate and confident to communicate at various stakeholder levels
• Proactive self‑starter, not waiting to be asked for the next area to review
• Good team player with a "can do" attitude and an ability to meet strict deadlines
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent Excel skills, formulas, tables and large data manipulation
• Good understanding of sales, cost and margin reporting as well as period trend and analysis
• Financial experience and commercial awareness
• Evidence of being able to influence senior management and push through commercially driven change
• Previous retail and commercial experience
• BI reports building, data filtering and exporting
• Previous financial background

What will we offer you?

• A passionate, dynamic team where your growth, ideas, and impact matter
• A competitive pay package
• Company pension scheme with the option to enhance
• Generous holiday allowance including an extra wellbeing day that gives you time to recharge
• Opportunities through our apprenticeship programmes to keep building on your skills
• Access to mental health first aiders, wellness sessions, and support groups
• Exclusive discounts across all of our brands and through our benefits hub
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Long service and recognition awards
• Colleague referral scheme
• Company and team social events
• Free on‑site parking
• Subsidised canteen

Who are we?

Founded by Henry J Ryman in 1893, Ryman has been the go‑to destination for stationery, office supplies, printing, technology, and more for over 130 years. We are part of the Theo Paphitis Retail Group, which also includes Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue, and London Graphic Centre.

From our very first store on Great Portland Street, we have grown to over 200 locations and a thriving website and app offering quality products and exceptional service. We believe in supporting our colleagues and equipping them with the tools and knowledge they need to grow, thrive, and have fun whilst doing it.

At Ryman, all of our teams from our stores to our warehouse and Retail Support Centre are passionate about retail. We put our customers first and have a common goal to keep them at the heart of everything we do. We are energetic and enthusiastic, delivering results through resilience, innovation, and adaptability. If you are a team player who's ready to make an impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

Ryman is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference, encourage everyone to join us, and be themselves at work.

PLEASE NOTE THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO CARRY OUT OTHER DUTIES AS AND WHEN REQUIRED.