Commercial Finance Analyst

Henderson Scott UK; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious professional services firm in Derby seeks a Commercial Finance Analyst to drive strategic business decisions and lead financial projects. This role offers the chance to work closely with C-suite leadership, presenting insights and challenging existing practices. The ideal candidate will possess ACA/ACCA qualifications and a strong commercial finance background, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a salary range of £50,000 - £70,000 and opportunities for career growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a high-growth organization. If you're ready to influence and shape the future of a business, this is your chance!

Benefits

Clear progression within the team

Long-term career growth opportunities

Direct exposure to C-suite leadership

Opportunity to shape business strategy

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified with strong commercial and strategic finance background.
• Highly analytical and confident in presenting financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to drive strategic business decisions.
• Lead commercial analysis to support expansion plans.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Commercial Awareness

Financial Modelling

Risk Assessment

Data Interpretation

Strategic Thinking

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified

Job description

This range is provided by Henderson Scott UK. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Commercial Finance Analyst

The Role

Our client, a fast-growing and ambitious professional services firm, is looking for a Commercial Finance Analyst with an entrepreneurial mindset to work on high-profile financial projects and strategic business decisions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analysing financial data to drive strategic business decisions.
• Conducting due diligence on acquisition targets, assessing risks and opportunities.
• Leading commercial analysis to support expansion plans and investment strategies.
• Challenging ideas and presenting financial insights to senior leadership.
• Developing financial models to assess business performance and future growth.
• Acting as a key financial contact post-acquisitions, ensuring smooth integration.

The Company

Our client is a high growth professional services company based in Derby and are seeking a finance professional who can play a key role in accelerating their growth mission - someone who can question the status quo, challenge existing practices, and drive change!

The Person

We're looking for a bold, commercially driven finance professional who isn't afraid to push boundaries and engage in strategic conversations at the highest level.

The ideal candidate will be:

• ACA/ACCA qualified, with a strong commercial and strategic finance background.
• Entrepreneurial in mindset, with a passion for business growth and value creation.
• Confident in presenting financial insights and challenging C-suite decision-making.
• Highly analytical, with a keen eye for identifying risks and opportunities.
• Adaptable, innovative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Confident in financial modelling, data interpretation, and commercial reporting.

The Salary

• £50,000 - £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Clear progression within the team, offering long-term career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Full-time, permanent position based in Derby (hybrid working options available).
• Direct exposure to C-suite leadership, with the opportunity to shape business strategy.
• A unique chance to be at the heart of a high-growth, entrepreneurial organisation.

If you're a commercially sharp, strategic thinker looking for a role where you can challenge, influence, and help shape the future of a business, we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting