Hybrid Insight-Driven Commercial Finance Analyst (4-Month)

Sheridan Maine; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is recruiting a commercially focused Finance Analyst on a four-month contract to support decision-making with robust analysis and insightful reporting.

You'll work with senior stakeholders, turning financial and operational data into actionable insights, helping to forecast, plan and drive commercial performance during a busy period. The role offers exposure to cross-functional projects and the chance to add value from day one.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA studies completed, in progress, or equivalent practical experience.
• Previous experience in an analytical, commercial finance or business partnering environment.
• Sector experience from FMCG, distribution, retail or similar.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets.
• The ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative approach.
• A naturally inquisitive mindset with a desire to challenge, investigate and improve.
• The ability to work effectively in a changing and fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Delivering meaningful analysis of trading and financial performance across the organisation.
• Supporting forecasting, planning and budgeting activities.
• Identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve business performance.
• Producing management information and performance reports for senior stakeholders.
• Evaluating the financial impact of commercial initiatives and strategic projects.
• Working with non-finance teams to improve understanding of financial performance and key metrics.
• Enhancing reporting processes and helping drive improvements in the quality and accessibility of business information.
• Contributing to regular leadership reporting through insightful commentary and analysis.

Skills

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Analytical mindset

Commercial finance / business partner

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis with large datasets

Effective communication

Adaptability in fast-moving env

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Sheridan Maine is recruiting a commercially focused Finance Analyst on a four-month contract to support decision-making with robust analysis and insightful reporting.

You'll work with senior stakeholders, turning financial and operational data into actionable insights, helping to forecast, plan and drive commercial performance during a busy period. The role offers exposure to cross-functional projects and the chance to add value from day one.