Commercial Finance Analyst

The Commercial Finance Analyst will support the Supply Chain Operation in the delivery of key deadlines.
 
The Commercial Finance Analyst will be responsible for providing detailed analysis of data to enable business decisions and deliver key objectives, as well ensuring that key controls are adhered to.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Month end preparation – work with key stakeholders to ensure accurate cost detail / cost tracking and accruals are captured.
Maintain relevant accrual and cost tracking documents Liaise with supply chain team on all forecast / budget processes
Support Finance Lead to deliver accurate financial reporting, including detailed variance analysis
Work closely with the Logistics team to review costs
Proactively look for improvement opportunities in logistics accounting and control processes
Support the Supply Chain Accountants and Finance Lead to embed standardisation and consistent ways of working
Support on external and internal audit processes as required relating to Supply Chain Finance Carry out ad hoc projects as required Any other reasonable duties as may be required Essential Criteria
 
Experience of working in Supply Chain/Logistics finance preferred not essential 
Continuous improvement mindset in processes and ways of working
Good analytical ability
Able to build relationships across all levels of the organisation Good communication and interpersonal skills at all levels
Ability to travel across the group Part-qualified working or working towards a recognized Accounting qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)