Finance Analyst - Marketing

Sainsbury's; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-channel retail business is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst to join their Marketing Division. This hybrid role involves providing financial insights and analysis, collaborating across business sectors to support strategic and financial objectives. Candidates should be pursuing a recognized accounting qualification and possess strong analytical skills to deliver accurate financial reports and insights effectively. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment aimed at enhancing commercial performance and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or working towards a relevant qualification.
• Ability to analyse financial data and convert insights effectively.
• Experience in communicating financial information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis to support strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align financial projections.
• Identify risks and opportunities in financial planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Job description

Hybrid – London SSC (on average 2 days per week) and Home

Why join us

Joining Marketing Division of Sainsbury’s Finance Team, offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in driving strategic and financial decisions that impact the overall success of the organisation. As a Commercial Finance Analyst, you will collaborate cross-functionally with business stakeholders, providing valuable financial insights and analysis to support value creation and business performance. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, this role presents a stimulating environment where you can enhance your finance acumen, contribute to meaningful projects, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a leading multi-channel retail business.

What you'll do

As a Commercial Finance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting a Division to achieve their strategic and financial objectives by providing financial analysis, insight, and challenge to stakeholders. You will act as a key liaison between non-finance and finance colleagues, ensuring alignment in financial projections and collaborating closely with other core divisions. Your responsibilities will include interpreting management reporting, identifying risks and opportunities, and contributing towards the development of financial plans and propositions. Your success in this role will be demonstrated by your ability to deliver accurate analysis, communicate valuable business insights, and enhance overall performance through effective financial management and strategic decision-making.

Who you are

You are a dedicated and results-driven professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy. Working towards becoming a Professionally Qualified Accountant, you possess strong commercial acumen and excel in driving excellent financial and commercial performance. Your effective communication and influencing skills, coupled with your ability to translate data into valuable business insights, enable you to provide financial analysis, challenge stakeholders, and contribute to strategic decision-making processes. With a high level of pace, energy, and resilience, you thrive in a fast-paced environment, working collaboratively and independently to support the Division in achieving its strategic and financial objectives.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified accountant or actively working towards a recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
• Demonstrable ability to analyse financial data using Excel, including converting data into actionable insights
• Proven experience communicating financial and commercial information to audiences with varying levels of understanding
• Evidence of contributing to commercial performance, including identifying areas for improvement and supporting decision-making
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting or analysis