Commercial Finance Analyst

Employment type: Permanent
Salary: 38k/year - 45k/year

Commercial Finance Analyst

šŸ“ Slough | Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 from home)

šŸŒ Globally Recognised FMCG / Retail Brand

šŸŽ“ ACCA / CIMA Part-Qualified (Active Studier)

The Opportunity:

Want to see your numbers come to life on supermarket shelves?

We’re partnering with a globally recognised FMCG leader to hire aĀ Commercial Finance AnalystĀ to support a high-performing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for aĀ part-qualified ACCA or CIMA studierĀ looking to move into a more commercially focused, forward-looking role.

If you’re coming from aĀ management accounting backgroundĀ and want greater exposure to forecasting, margins, and strategic planning — this is your step up.

What You’ll Be Doing:

šŸ”¹Ā Forecasting & Budgeting

Own key elements of the forecasting and budgeting cycles, partnering with commercial teams to ensure accuracy and insight.

šŸ”¹Ā Planning & Performance Analysis

Provide clear financial analysis to support trading decisions, promotions, and investment planning.

šŸ”¹Ā Gross Margin Analysis

Monitor and analyse margin performance, identifying risks and opportunities to protect profitability.

šŸ”¹Ā Business Partnering

Work closely with Sales and Commercial stakeholders — translating numbers into meaningful, actionable insights.

Who This Role Suits:

  • Part-qualified ACCA or CIMA (actively studying)
  • Background in management accounting or similar finance role
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills
  • Confident communicator who can challenge and influence
  • Keen to move from reporting the numbers to shaping decisions

Why Apply?

  • Exposure to a globally recognised FMCG environment
  • Strong commercial visibility and stakeholder interaction
  • Clear progression opportunities
  • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
  • Supportive environment for continued study

This is an excellent move for someone ambitious, commercially curious, and ready to accelerate their finance career within a fast-paced FMCG & retail setting.

If this sounds like you — let’s talk.

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