Commercial Finance Analyst - Nordics

Brambles Limited; Manchester; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics organization based in the UK is seeking a Finance Business Partner to conduct financial analysis, prepare budgets, and provide actionable insights to enhance decision-making. The role supports various functions and requires strong analytical skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Applicants should have experience in financial analysis and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and initiative.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis to support business decisions.
• Prepare and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with teams for actionable financial insights.
• Drive process improvements and support financial tools optimization.
• Lead business partnering and support market strategy execution.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Budget Management

Business Case Development

Cost Analysis

Cross‑Functional Work

Curiosity

Digital Literacy

Emotional Intelligence

Empathy

Financial Advising

Financial Analysis

Financial Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Financial Reporting and Analysis

Initiative

Problem Solving

Process Improvements

Variance Analysis

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including profitability reviews, variance analysis, and financial modelling, to support business decisions and optimize performance.
• Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic business goals.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (e.g., supply chain, commercial, sales) to provide actionable insights that enhance financial decision‑making and operational outcomes.
• Provide analytical support for business case development, cost analysis, and evaluation of strategic initiatives to ensure informed decision‑making.
• Drive process improvements by supporting the implementation and optimisation of financial tools, automation efforts, and standardised processes.
• Perform post‑investment reviews to assess the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend corrective actions where needed.
• Support efforts to improve reporting, forecasting, and financial data quality, ensuring timely and accurate consolidation of financial information.
• Support ad‑hoc financial analysis and special projects, including pricing strategies, cost‑saving initiatives, and performance tracking, to drive business improvements.

This position is responsible for Pallets Finance in the respective market(s) providing Business support, driving the market strategy and working with the regional CGM and FP&A, C&S CT teams to maximise Business Performance.

• Lead Business Partnering in the market to provide effective Finance support to senior local Business stakeholders
• Drive Long Term Planning within the market to deliver robust strategic plans
• Lead the development of the market Annual Budget and Forecasts to deliver effective performance targets
• Provide insight and guidance on key reporting metrics within the market to efficiently and effectively serve local internal customers
• Supervise standard and ad‑hoc Finance reporting within the market to efficiently and effectively serve local internal customers
• Manage Commercial Finance activities conducted in the market to focus on key customers and driving profitability
• Work closely with Supply Chain Finance to focus on improving operational efficiency within the market
• Direct the execution of other Business Support & Analysis activities to efficiently serve local internal customers
• Oversee policy compliance, balance sheet control, statutory reporting and risk assurance activities for the Pallets market.

As an inclusive employer, Brambles wants to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore encourage you to inform your Talent Acquisition Partner of any reasonable adjustments you might need to enable this to happen.

Remote Type

Fully Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Active Learning, Adaptability, Budget Management, Business Case Development, Cost Analysis, Cross‑Functional Work, Curiosity, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Financial Advising, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Initiative, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Variance Analysis

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at [e-mail].