Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

Dignity Funerals Ltd; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst to enhance its dynamic finance team. This pivotal role involves leading data analysis, managing forecasting processes, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to drive strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and a finance qualification. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence business performance while working in a collaborative environment. If you're ready to take your finance career to the next level, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

BUPA Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

X2 Life Assurance

Up to 10% company bonus

Opportunities for high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Qualified in a recognised finance or accountancy qualification.
• Experienced in FP&A or similar finance roles.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis to influence decision-making.
• Own forecasting processes for accurate financial planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to present actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

CIMA or ACCA Qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Contract: Full-time, Permanent (38.75 hours per week)

Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum

Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take the next step in your career? Are you driven by analysing complex data, improving business performance, and influencing strategic decision-making?

At Dignity, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to the families we serve, and this role is a chance to contribute to our purpose through impactful financial analysis and strategic support.

We’re seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Commercial Finance Team. In this role, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, lead forecasting processes, and support key business decisions that shape our organisation’s future.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Lead Data Analysis: Provide advanced insights by analysing key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and patterns to influence decision-making.
2. Own Forecasting Processes: Take responsibility for creating accurate financial forecasts, and adding strategic commentary to support planning and budgeting.
3. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with stakeholders to understand the drivers behind monthly performance and present actionable insights.
4. Develop Business Cases: Create detailed business cases for initiatives like pricing strategies, new site openings/closures, and capital investments.
5. Support Exec Reviews: Manage the preparation of materials for senior leadership, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
6. Mentor Junior Team Members: Share your expertise to guide and develop less experienced analysts, contributing to a high-performing team.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Fully or nearly qualified in a recognised finance or accountancy qualification (CIMA or ACCA).
2. Experienced in a similar role, such as FP&A Analyst, Commercial Finance Analyst, Finance Analyst, or Management Accountant (looking to move into an analyst position within finance).
3. Holds advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, CountIFs, VlookUps etc.) and ability to present data insights and findings in an actionable way.
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage and interpret complex data.
5. Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all financial reporting tasks.
6. Outstanding communication skills, with experience presenting insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Annual salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• BUPA Private Healthcare.
• Pension Scheme.
• X2 Life Assurance.
• Up to 10% company bonus.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile projects with senior leaders, shaping key decisions across the organisation.
• A collaborative and innovative environment where your insights will directly impact business performance.

Application Process:

Apply today! Submit your CV and application detailing your experience and suitability for the role via the 'apply' button.

About Us:

Dignity Funerals is the UK's leading provider of funeral services, dedicated to offering families exceptional care and support during one of the most challenging times in their lives. We are a trusted name in the industry, offering a range of services from traditional funerals to pre-arranged funeral plans. Our goal is to provide compassionate, professional, and personal services that cater to the unique needs of every family we serve.

Regulatory and Diversity Statements:

Please note that this role is subject to meeting regulatory requirements. As an FCA-regulated organisation, we are committed to adopting the highest standards and we do this by employing individuals with the appropriate skills, experience and integrity to protect both the company and our clients. Further details about checks will be explained during the recruitment process.

Our Vision is to connect with our clients, colleagues, company, and communities based on our principles whilst celebrating our differences. We aim to empower leaders and colleagues to seek out and understand new voices and perspectives; to be vocal about inequity and exclusion, and to take decisive, informed, and bold action to promote inclusion and belonging.

Note: Unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate with no fees payable. We may close or extend application deadlines depending on application volume.