Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

Dignity PLC; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Commercial Finance Analyst
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (38.75 hours per week)
Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire

(Hybrid, 3 days office, 2 from home)

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.

We're looking for someone who is:

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.

What you get from us:

1. Annual salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
2. 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
3. BUPA Private Healthcare.
4. Pension Scheme.
5. X2 Life Assurance.
6. Up to 10% company bonus.
7. Opportunities to work on high-profile projects with senior leaders, shaping key decisions across the organisation.
8. A collaborative and innovative environment where your insights will directly impact business performance.

Apply Today!
Join us in delivering meaningful and high-quality services while driving innovation and growth. If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, please 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.

FCA Statement: 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. If you are considered for a role, you will be providing your permission for us to conduct the relevant checks and assessments that will be carried out during the recruitment and onboarding process. The nature of the checks will depend on whether the role is subject to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). Please note in accordance with our pre-employment checks, all roles will require a criminal record check and further enhanced checks may apply. Certain roles will be subject to ongoing checks in line with the Group SMCR Framework (Fit & Proper Policy). Further details will be explained to you throughout the recruitment process.

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