Senior Commercial Finance Manager

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Role: Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based (location subject to change due to planned office relocation)

Contract: Full-Time / Permanent

Salary: £57,475 – £67,925 Dependent on Experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Company: EG Group

*This is an office-based role 5 days a week*

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity upcoming in the finance department for a keen and motivated individual who is looking to develop in their career. In this role, you will provide commercial insights to the Management team, partner the business to optimize and challenge financial performance, as well as drive/support commercial initiatives, and report on them.

The successful candidate will be able to monitor and forecast KPI’s, analyse key information and use their initiative to report variances. The candidate will possess analytical skills and be able to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels. They will be proactive and ensure complex information is relayed effectively.

This role is based at our state-of-the-art Waterside Head Office, where you will be greeted with many valuable amenities. If you are ready for a new challenge, and for a role where you can help make a noticeable difference, then this opportunity could be perfect for you!

What you’ll be doing:

Prepare weekly trading reports/dashboards & weekly CEO updates

Prepare monthly presentations on trading performance

Identify the key trends and drivers of the result

Work alongside the management accounts team to understand monthly performance by site, by brand, by location

Review P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and present key trends

Partner with key stakeholders

look to improve reporting impact & efficiency in preparation by maximising the use/potential of the SAP analytics tool and aiming to reduce reliance on spreadsheets, manual manipulation of data

Work closely with the Country Manager to optimise performance, cost control and improve profitability

Provide support and information to improve decision-making

Lead and manage the annual budget preparation & presentation

Other analysis or tasks as requested by the Country Manager, Head of Finance or EG Group teams

Management responsibility of direct reports, including the development of roles and responsibilities

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we’re looking for:

Qualified Accountant

Efficient – working to tight deadlines

Excellent communication skills

Excellent knowledge of Excel &/or SAP

Possess commercial and analytical acumen

Ability to establish the appropriate frameworks and processes

Ability to multi-task, adapt and respond to changing priorities

Self-motivated with ability to develop, encourage and lead a strong high-performance team

Confident presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders where necessary

Multi-site experience either in hospitality or retail (desirable)

Why Join EG Group:

Performance Based Bonus Scheme

Flexible working hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)

Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications

Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.

ASDA Discount Card – 15% off all ASDA stores

Free Secure Car Parking

Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices

Dress Down Fridays

Prayer and Ablution Facilities

Work Anniversary Rewards

Free Eye Test