Commercial Finance Analyst UK & Ireland

Brambles Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Manchester is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst. The role involves conducting financial analysis, managing budgets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical skills and an accountancy qualification are preferred. This position supports a hybrid work model, ensuring flexibility for our employees.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis for business decisions.
• Prepare and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance financial decision-making.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Budget Management

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Problem Solving

Education

Accountancy qualification

Tools

Excel

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 optimization of financial tools, automation efforts, and standardized 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 savings initiatives, and performance tracking, to drive business improvements.

The Commercial Finance Analyst supports the UK Commercial Finance team in delivering high‑quality financial insights and business partnering across key functions.

Major/Key Accountabilities

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and month‑end processes.
• Delivering variance analysis and performance reporting across commercial and operational metrics.
• Partnering with business teams to drive profitability, efficiency, and strategic decision‑making.
• Governance and supporting pricing decisions through financial modelling, scenario analysis, and alignment with commercial strategy.
• Managing and interpreting large datasets to identify trends and opportunities.
• Contributing to the development of financial models and dashboards to support business cases and investment decisions.

About the Person

• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to communicate financial insights to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Ability to act autonomously and think independently.

Experience and Qualifications

• An accountancy qualification is preferred. Open to candidates who demonstrate a strong willingness and capability to learn and grow into the role.
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Fluency in English is required. Additional language skills are a plus but not essential.

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

Hybrid 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, color, 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].