Commercial Finance Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Project reporting and cost analysis to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Ensure costs and purchase orders are accurately allocated to the correct business divisions, contracts, and projects.
• Oversee stock control and cost allocation, ensuring materials are issued and charged correctly.
• Conduct regular reviews of material usage against budgets and forecasts.
• Complete stock reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.
• Support the management of project variations and pricing changes, ensuring records are maintained and financial impacts are accurately tracked.
• Affiliate with FP&A activities, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Maintain and enhance key Excel-based reporting models and workbooks.
• Produce production and monthly WIP reporting.
• Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) files, ensuring changes are accurately recorded and controlled.
• Take ownership of critical reporting processes, ensuring continuity, accuracy, and data integrity.
• Provide general finance and analytical support across a growing portfolio of projects and operational requirements.

Requirements

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Experience in commercial finance, project accounting, cost analysis, or management accounting.
• Strong ability to interpret financial information and translate it into meaningful business insight.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, reporting models, and data analysis.
• Previous experience within construction or manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with Coins ERP would be advantageous.
• Ability to work to agreed deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to engage with and influence non-financial stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative.