Commercial Finance Analyst

Investigo; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Hospitality Business in London is seeking a highly motivated Commercial Finance Analyst. This hands-on role supports Business Controllers with various finance activities, ensuring the accuracy of financial data and driving efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge and experience, along with excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Commercial Finance Analyst.
• Proficient in accounting systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end processes, including journal postings and account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with the People Team to process payroll data.
• Manage weekly postings and reconciliation of received payments.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Procedures

Communication

Excel

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

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

Base pay range

Direct message the job poster from Investigo

Commercial Finance Analyst

up to £60k depending on experience

Hybrid Working

London

I have exclusively partnered with a growing Hospitality Business in London that is seeking a highly motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to support their Business Controllers across various offices. This is a hands-on role involving a broad range of finance activities, including month-end close, budgeting and forecasting, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while driving efficiencies across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist Business Controllers with month-end processes, including journal postings, account reconciliations, and management accounts preparation. Support budget reviews, forecasts, and annual audits.
2. Payroll & Staff Costs: Collaborate with the People Team to process and review payroll data. Maintain control systems across transactions, especially sales, cost of sales, and staffing.
3. Accounts Reconciliation & Cash Management: Manage weekly postings and reconciliation of received payments. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accurate recording of transactions.
4. Calculate and post sales, including VAT breakdowns and tips (Tronc). Maintain schedules for prepayments, accruals, accounts payable, and receivable.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Events team for timely invoicing and deposit reconciliations.
6. Travel & Team Engagement: Willing to travel between Somerset and London offices to promote collaboration and maintain strong communication.
7. Ad Hoc Projects & Analysis: Support Business Controllers with project-based analysis and financial investigations as needed.

About You:

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Commercial Finance Analyst.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Proficient in accounting systems and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective communicator and trusted business partner.
• Organized, deadline-driven, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willing to contribute to sustainability initiatives.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance, Analyst, and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Retail and Hospitality