Commercial Finance Analyst/ Manager - Rackheath - 40 hours

Angling Direct; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading omni-channel retailer in the UK is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst/Manager to enhance their finance function. This pivotal role involves business partnering with trading teams, developing financial models, and leading strategic finance projects. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and experience in Power BI and ERP systems. This high-impact position offers competitive benefits and the chance to influence key business decisions.

Benefits

High-impact role with board exposure

Competitive benefits

Generous staff discount

Qualifications

• Qualified as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Ability to understand business drivers quickly.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Work with teams to deliver reports and insights.
• Develop systems and dashboards for data accessibility.
• Build budgets and forecasts to guide decision-making.
• Lead commercial finance projects.
• Create financial models for opportunities like M&A.

Skills

Data analysis

Commercial mindset

Advanced Excel

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems (Epicor or similar)

SQL

Python

Job description

Do you love turning data into insights that drive strategy and growth? Do you love the idea of partnering with commercial teams to influence decision making at board level? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Angling Direct, the UK's leading omni-channel fishing tackle retailer, are looking for a Commercial Finance Analyst/ Manager to be a driving force in our commercial finance function.

This role reports to the Head of Commercial Finance, and sits at the heart of the business. You will be working closely with trading, commercial, and senior leadership teams to optimise performance, build robust financial plans, and evaluate exciting new opportunities.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your analysis and insight can shape real business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Business Partnering: Work with the commercial and trading teams to deliver reports, analysis, and insights that drive sustainable performance.
• Systems & Technology: Improve reporting and data accessibility by developing systems, dashboards, and tools that empower the business.
• Planning: Build budgets, forecasts, and scenario models that provide robust data to guide decision‑making.
• Projects: Lead commercial finance projects that deliver strategic and operational outcomes.
• Strategic Development: Create and deliver financial models, board papers, and due diligence for opportunities like M&A, new markets, and business expansion.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to quickly understand business drivers.
• Experience in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting - ideally with Power BI.
• Advanced Excel skills (essential).
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor or similar), Power BI, SQL, and/or Python a strong advantage.
• Curious, analytical, and creative problem‑solver with a data‑driven approach.
• Track record of meeting deadlines and managing shifting priorities.
• Experience in retail, supply chain, or consumer‑facing businesses is highly desirable.
• Available to work at the Rackheath Head Office for at least 4 days a week.

What You Will Get

• High‑impact role with exposure to board‑level decision‑making
• Opportunity to work on strategic projects including M&A and new market entry
• Collaborative, ambitious, and growth‑focused environment
• Supportive, ambitious, and collaborative working culture
• Competitive benefits
• Generous staff discount