Commercial Finance Analyst

Michael Page Finance; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is recruiting a Commercial Finance Accountant in the UK. You will work with stakeholders to meet financial goals, partner with Commercial teams to drive revenue and margin, and deliver weekly and monthly performance reports for Export, Wholesale and B2B channels.

You will analyse volume, price, mix and margin, support forecasting and budgeting, monitor market trends, and review customer profitability to drive financial performance.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in financial planning and reporting in Export/Wholesale.
• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in the FMCG industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure financial goals are met.
• Partner with Commercial teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth and margin enhancement.
• Deliver weekly and monthly sales performance reporting across Export, Wholesale and B2B channels.
• Analyse volume, price, mix and margin to identify key business drivers and risks.
• Support forecasting, budgeting and planning processes through detailed financial analysis and commercial insight.
• Monitor global market trends, competitor activity and pricing movements to inform decisions.
• Review customer and product profitability and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Financial planning

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Finance software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Client Details

Our client is a leading international FMCG business based in Uxbridge with a strong market presence and a reputation for quality and excellence. With a collaborative culture and a focus on continuous improvement, the business offers employees the opportunity to make a real impact while developing their careers within a high-performing and commercially driven environment

Description

Duties include:

• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure financial goals are met.
• Partner with Commercial teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth and margin enhancement.
• Deliver weekly and monthly sales performance reporting across Export, Wholesale and B2B channels.
• Analyse volume, price, mix and margin performance to identify key business drivers and risks.
• Support forecasting, budgeting and planning processes through detailed financial analysis and commercial insight.
• Monitor global market trends, competitor activity and pricing movements to support commercial decision-making.
• Review customer and product profitability, identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Prepare commercial presentations, customer reviews and performance updates for senior stakeholders.
• Challenge existing processes and support continuous improvement initiatives within Commercial Finance.
• Provide financial guidance and commercially focused recommendations to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
• Support the maintenance of strong financial controls while promoting commercial awareness throughout the business.

Profile

A successful Commercial Finance Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in financial planning and reporting within an Export or Wholesale environment.
• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in the FMCG industry is desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £65,000 to £80,000, dependent on the level of experience.

As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.