Finance Analyst

SF Partners; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to turn data into actionable recommendations. Working with finance and non-finance stakeholders, you’ll support planning, improve performance and inform commercial decisions.

The role emphasizes analysing performance, budgeting and creating insightful reports to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements. A strong accounting and finance background is essential.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in commercial finance, financial analysis or business partnering.
• Strong Excel skills with complex datasets.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Inquisitive mindset and willingness to challenge and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial and operational performance, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and planning activities.
• Produce management reports with clear commentary.
• Assess financial impact of commercial initiatives and projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve understanding of performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes and data quality.

Skills

Excel skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Commercial finance experience

Problem solving

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications

Tools

Excel

Job description

SF Partners are delighted to be recruiting for a Commercial Finance Analyst on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys turning data into clear, actionable recommendations. Working closely with finance and non-finance stakeholders, you'll provide analysis and insight to support planning, improve performance and inform commercial decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial and operational performance, highlighting key trends, risks and opportunities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and planning activities.
• Produce management reports with clear and insightful commentary.
• Assess the financial impact of commercial initiatives and projects.
• Work with stakeholders to improve understanding of performance and key metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and the quality of financial information.

About You

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications, ongoing studies, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in commercial finance, financial analysis or business partnering.
• Strong Excel skills including working with complex data sets.
• The ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• An inquisitive mindset and the confidence to challenge and suggest improvements.

What's on Offer?

• A salary of up to £50,000 per annum.