Commercial Finance Analyst — FP&A & Business Partnering

SF Partners; England; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Analyst to join a busy finance team on a contract basis. The role focuses on turning data into actionable insights through financial reporting, forecasting and commercial analysis within a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with commercial and operational teams, challenge the numbers and deliver clear recommendations. Strong Excel skills, stakeholder management and ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualifications are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work with large data sets.
• Ability to challenge numbers and provide actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insight with commercial and operational teams.
• Analyze revenue, costs, margins and profitability.
• Own reporting, budgeting and forecasting for key areas.
• Produce clear analysis and commentary for decisions.
• Investigate variances and highlight risks/opportunities.
• Build and maintain financial models for commercial decisions.
• Support pricing and cost-saving initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders to explain financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting and processes.

Skills

Excel expertise

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Data interpretation

Presentation skills

Independent worker

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualifications

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Analyst to join a busy finance team on a contract basis. The role focuses on turning data into actionable insights through financial reporting, forecasting and commercial analysis within a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with commercial and operational teams, challenge the numbers and deliver clear recommendations. Strong Excel skills, stakeholder management and ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualifications are desirable.