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Role: Commercial Finance Analyst
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £36,575 (Dependent on Experience) & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the Role…
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join our dynamic finance team here at EG Group!
Reporting directly to the Commercial Finance Manager, you will get the opportunity to collaborate with key decision makers and senior operations managers across the wider business and play a key role in providing valuable commercial insights, reports, and analysis to support business decision-making whilst also optimizing and challenging financial performance.
If you have a strong commercial finance acumen and are ready to take the next step in your career, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Duties & Responsibilities
Business partnering with key stakeholders & senior operations managers.
Identifying and monitoring KPIs.
Preparing weekly trading reports / dashboards.
Preparing monthly presentations on trading performance, identifying key trends whilst using clear & concise methods.
Identifying opportunities to improve processes or reporting data.
Working alongside the management accounts team to understand monthly performance by brand, site & location.
Reviewing of P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and presenting key trends.
Working closely with operational managers to optimise performance, control cost and improve profitability.
Providing support and logical data to improve & influence decision-making.
Quarterly forecasting.
Leading & managing budget preparation.
Other analysis or tasks as requested by the CFO, Finance Director, or Financial Controller.
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements:
Part qualified accountant ACCA/CIMA/ACA.
Excellent communicator with the confidence and ability to discuss numbers with senior members of the finance function including the CEO / CFO.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and great knowledge of Excel.
Strong commercial finance and business acumen.
Analytical and adaptable with good attention to detail.
Multi-site experience within hospitality or retail (Desirable)
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Role: Commercial Finance Analyst
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent
Salary: £27,000 - £36,575 (Dependent on Experience) & Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the Role…
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join our dynamic finance team here at EG Group!
Reporting directly to the Commercial Finance Manager, you will get the opportunity to collaborate with key decision makers and senior operations managers across the wider business and play a key role in providing valuable commercial insights, reports, and analysis to support business decision-making whilst also optimizing and challenging financial performance.
If you have a strong commercial finance acumen and are ready to take the next step in your career, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Duties & Responsibilities
Business partnering with key stakeholders & senior operations managers.
Identifying and monitoring KPIs.
Preparing weekly trading reports / dashboards.
Preparing monthly presentations on trading performance, identifying key trends whilst using clear & concise methods.
Identifying opportunities to improve processes or reporting data.
Working alongside the management accounts team to understand monthly performance by brand, site & location.
Reviewing of P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and presenting key trends.
Working closely with operational managers to optimise performance, control cost and improve profitability.
Providing support and logical data to improve & influence decision-making.
Quarterly forecasting.
Leading & managing budget preparation.
Other analysis or tasks as requested by the CFO, Finance Director, or Financial Controller.
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements:
Part qualified accountant ACCA/CIMA/ACA.
Excellent communicator with the confidence and ability to discuss numbers with senior members of the finance function including the CEO / CFO.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and great knowledge of Excel.
Strong commercial finance and business acumen.
Analytical and adaptable with good attention to detail.
Multi-site experience within hospitality or retail (Desirable)
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
💡 Quick Summary
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