Commercial Finance Analyst

JOB PURPOSE:The Commercial Finance Analyst plays a key role in providing financial analysis, insight and support that drive commercial decision-making and optimize business performance.Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the role is responsible for analyzing sales data, conducting pricing analysis, evaluating profitability, and supporting the development and execution of commercial strategies across the assigned Business Units.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Commercial & Performance AnalysisAnalyze sales data, revenue trends and key performance indicators to identify improvement areas and growth opportunities.Perform profitability analysis by product line, customer segment and region to assess performance and identify opportunities for optimization.Conduct pricing analysis to support pricing decisions and protect margins.Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.Planning, Budgeting & ReportingDevelop financial models and forecasts to support the budgeting, forecasting and business planning processes.Support the Finance Business Partner in analyzing historical results, performing profitability and OPEX variance analysis, identifying trends and recommending improvements.Work closely with the Accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with Group guidelines.Working Capital & Vendor ManagementReview receivables aging daily, provide insight on overdue balances, and follow up on action plans to reduce overdues.Prepare and ensure the timely submission of all debit notes, and follow up to ensure their timely collection from vendors.Collaboration & ProjectsBuild strong relationships with cross-functional teams to identify business requirements and opportunities.Deliver assigned analytical projects and support the Finance Business Partner in monitoring, improving and sustaining Group Finance initiatives.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field from a reputable university or business school.Holder of, or progressing towards, an internationally recognized professional qualification (e.g., ACA/ICAEW, CIMA, CPA, CFA, CA).4–6 years of relevant finance experience in a well-developed corporate finance environment, ideally within a multinational company with advanced reporting and data analytics processes.Experience in B2B distribution, FMCG, contracting or retail finance is an advantage.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (essential).Familiarity with data query and data management tools (e.g., Access, SQL, Business Objects) is highly desirable.Strong analytical, financial modeling and problem-solving skills.Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable business insights.Effective communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.Dynamic, driven and proactive, with a strong commitment to supporting business decision-making.