Commercial Finance Analyst

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute finance analyst to join our large media client, working with all areas of the business to improve performance and strive for success.Client Details Well know media business based in Somerset with operations all over the globe.Description Reporting into the Finance Director, the Commercial Finance Analyst will be required to: - Engage with the Business Owners and operational teams, to drive robust financial decision making supporting the long-term strategy of the business.- Support the Business Owners in operational activities requiring finance input - i.e.Contract developments, Pricing, Discounting, Remuneration schemes.- Provide insightful analysis and KPIS plus guide reporting requirements to drive operational performance - Support the month end process, reviewing outputs and delivering commentaries, which provide insight into business performance.- Manage the mid-term planning process for the business owner and drive the development of local operational plans to support the financial expectations.Ensure that the business is accountable for the plans.- Work collaboratively with FP&A to capture the mid-term plans in the central repository and provide commentary on performance, risks and opportunities.- Maintain rolling forecasts supported by immediate threats and opportunities.Use these to support the month end close.- Work with the Business owners on long term threats and opportunities, providing insight to influence decision making.Profile The successful candidate will have: - Excellent communication and collaboration skills across Finance, business owners and operational teams, including the ability to quickly absorb and apply new information.- Proactive approach to work, with an enquiring mind with strong analysis, numeracy skills and the willingness to take ownership of complex/difficult tasks - Effective prioritisation of workloads and initiatives which deliver results in a timely and relevant manner.Manage conflict effectively if required.- Proven ability to present complex financial information, to various stakeholders in the organisation in a clear and easy to understand format.Confidence to challenge across organisation at all levels - Good knowledge of financial systems, financial reporting, internal controls and strong MS Office skills including Excel, Word and Powerpoint.- At all times and through consultation with senior colleagues, demonstrate excellent commercial awareness, teamwork and flexibility.- Qualified Accountant ACA/ACCA/CIMA - Commercial industry experience, with an understanding of the media business desirable Job Offer Competitive. Advertised through Zoek.