Overview
We’re partnering with one of the UK’s most dynamic FMCG businesses to recruit a commercially astute Senior Finance Analyst to join their high-performing finance team. This role offers exceptional exposure to senior stakeholders and will be instrumental in driving strategic decision-making through advanced financial analysis and modelling.
Client Details
Our client based in Watford is a market-leading FMCG manufacturer with a £500m+ turnover, renowned for their portfolio of household-name brands and innovative product development. With a culture that champions analytical thinking and continuous improvement, they’ve consistently delivered double-digit growth and are positioned for further expansion.
Description
The Senior Finance Analyst:
- Lead monthly performance analysis and commentary for the commercial business unit
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives
- Partner with commercial teams to analyse pricing strategies and promotional effectiveness
- Drive the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
- Identify and analyse market trends to support growth opportunities
- Produce board-level presentations and strategic business cases
Profile
The Senior Finance Analyst:
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience
- Strong commercial acumen with FMCG/consumer goods sector experience
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities
- Experience with large ERP systems, preferably SAP
- Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proven track record of delivering insight-driven recommendations
- Self-starter mentality with excellent analytical capabilities
- Commutable to Watford
Job Offer
- Salary up to £60k
- Hybrid
- Bonus
- Pension
