Job Description

Commercial Analyst:

A great opportunity has arisen for the above position. This role will report into the Commercial Accountant role and working alongside the Category Management teams

Principal Accountabilities: Preparing weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports to the category teams, commercial accountant and senior management. Responsible for pre and post promotional reviews of promotions within each product category.
Work closely with the category teams and help with all financial aspects including drafting agreements, retro accruals, ORD and day to day trend analysis.

Supporting the category sales team to ensure an accurate draft of the Quarterly sales forecasts and annual budgets before submitting to the commercial accountant for review.

Attend monthly category management meetings and present promotional reviews and customer financial reviews in the period. Preparing a net margin report for each category and provide business insight into the associated trends and monitor actions points.

Help in the finalisation of the sales and marketing cost centre's as part of the period end process.
Answering financial queries from the sales team and providing robust financial information and support where applicable. Ensuring rebate and over rider agreements are up to date and keep the finance team aware of any key changes to agreements

Qualifications & Experience:
Part or fully qualified accountant
An advanced understanding of Excel, including vlookups, Sumifs and pivot tables
Knowledge of Excel Macros would be beneficial.

Be able to work to tight deadlines
Strong communication skills and be able to build relationships
Full driving licence and car

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