Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

Robert Walters UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst in Birmingham. This role offers a dynamic environment where you'll lead financial modelling efforts, providing critical insights to drive strategic decisions. If you're a fully qualified accountant with a strong analytical background, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and advance your career.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in financial modelling using Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate numbers into impactful insight.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on financial modelling for complex procurement programmes.
• Develop robust pricing models to support supplier decisions.
• Deliver critical financial analysis to support contract awards.

Skills

Financial modelling using Excel

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA, ICAS or equivalent)

Job description

Senior Commercial Finance Analyst - Permanent - Hybrid - Birmingham - £60,000 to £70,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst (Qualified) to join their expert Commercial Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of high-profile commercial finance projects, lead financial modelling activities, and influence strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working available)

Position: Senior Commercial Finance Analyst (Qualified)

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 per annum

Key responsibilities of the Senior Commercial Finance Analyst:

1. Lead on financial modelling for complex procurement programmes and commercial negotiations.
2. Develop robust "Should Cost" and pricing models to support supplier and outsourcing decisions.
3. Deliver critical financial analysis of suppliers to support contract awards and ensure value for money.
4. Design payment methodologies aligned with programme success, managing financial risk.
5. Provide expert financial insight to senior decision makers and stakeholders across the business.
6. Lead and develop a small team of modellers and finance professionals.
7. Act as a trusted advisor, bringing analytical rigour and commercial acumen to procurement strategies.

Key essentials of the Senior Commercial Finance Analyst:

1. Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA, ICAS, or equivalent)
2. Proven expertise in financial modelling using Excel
3. Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate numbers into impactful insight
4. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

Due to the volume of applications, if you have not been contacted within 72 hours, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.