An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Finance Analyst to come and join a progressive, well-known automotive brand and complete a contractual assignment until at least the end of 2021. As the Commercial Finance Analyst, you will support the wider Finance control team whilst having full responsibility over the PNL of two car brands that sit within the organisation. The Commercial Finance Analyst will play a pivotal role in supporting the business with key decisions that will lead to overall increased profitability.
Key responsibilities
Ownership of the PNL for two automotive brands that form part of the wider business and manage the year and month end accruals/accounting with great effect.
Generate and analyse a variety of reports sharing your findings with key stakeholders and making recommendations that will increase revenue.
Liaise with different departments across the business, influencing stakeholders to make key commercial decisions whilst building relationships with ease.
Reconcile month end discount accruals utilising balance sheets and general ledgers to highlight justification.
Profile
You will be highly commercial with an analytical mindset. The ideal candidate will have worked within a large, multinational, matrix organisation therefore will understand different cultures and the complexity of certain departmental structures. It would be advantageous if the Commercial Finance Analyst had worked within an automotive environment previously and/or could speak Italian fluently however, this is not essential.
The chosen applicant will be extremely dedicated to their work with a proactive nature. You will thrive on delivering and ensuring that deadlines are adhered to.
Benefits
As the Commercial Finance Analyst, you will be granted management/ownership of key financial duties and will be exposed to a variety of commercial information that will support in shaping your career. This initial contractual position presents itself as an exciting proposition that would allow you to join a likeminded team and see the value you are adding almost instantly.
Although this is a contract position there is a very real chance this could be extended or become a permanent fixture in the future. A competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension and company car scheme are on offer for the successful applicant.