Commercial Finance Analyst

Job title:

Commercial Finance Analyst

Company

Flair Rugs

Job description

We’re excited to announce a new opportunity at Flair for a Commercial Forecast Analyst, based at our offices in Glossop, Derbyshire, just 25 minutes east of Manchester city centre and the gateway to the Peak District. Reporting directly to our Finance Planning and Analysis Business Partner, this role sits within the finance team, with a key focus on supporting our commercial teams. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring that we meet the demands and expectations of our customers, helping to drive performance and deliver the insights needed to stay ahead of the curve.Who Are We?Established in 1984, and now the largest in our sector, we are a diverse, dynamic, and fast paced business with real ambition. We are currently experiencing a very exciting period of growth which in turn means great developmental opportunities for the right person. Our carefully crafted rugs are the centrepieces that bring rooms, and people, together. And that togetherness is the very essence of who we are.Come and Join UsIf you’re a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant eager for a new challenge, this role is for you. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting our commercial teams, providing valuable insights, and helping to drive performance. This is a chance to be a key finance contact, working alongside the trading teams to analyse data, influence decision-making, and contribute to the continued success of the business.About You:

• Attention to detail is key. You’ll have a strong analytical approach and excellent planning skills, ensuring that every aspect of your work is precise and well thought out.
• As a team player, you’ll work closely with various teams, building strong, collaborative relationships to ensure success across the business.
• You’ll be skilled at managing and prioritising workloads, ensuring that deadlines are met without compromising on quality.
• The ability to adapt to a fast-paced commercial environment will be essential, as things are always evolving, and you’ll need to think on your feet.
• You’ll be naturally inquisitive, eager to learn and share your knowledge with others to contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Confidence in challenging the trading teams when necessary will be important, especially when data or performance isn’t quite aligning with expectations.
• You’ll add value through insight, influencing decisions and helping steer the business toward success.

Key Skills:

• Part or newly qualified accountant (CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong A-levels (or equivalent); degree beneficial but not essential
• Experience with Power BI & Power Query is desirable
• Previous Commercial Finance experience in Retail, including trade day experience, is advantageous
• Experience interpreting sales and margin data, with the ability to contribute ideas for improvement

Main Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and Interpreting Weekly Trading Reports
• Challenging Underperformance in Sales, Margin, and Stock Trends
• Developing Commercial Models and Providing Performance Insights
• Building Strong Relationships with Buyers, Merchandisers, and Key Stakeholders
• Contributing to Monthly Reporting, Forecasting, and Budgeting

Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per weekHybrid/Onsite Working:While you’re finding your feet at Flair, you will spend most of your days in the office where we work the core hours of 09:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday with flexible start/finish times according to your schedule and location needs.Benefits include but are not limited to:Pension SchemeHealth Cash PlanFree Onsite ParkingNewly Refurbished OfficeColleague DiscountRecruitment Agencies:Thank you for reaching out and showing interest in supporting our recruitment efforts – we really appreciate it.At this stage, we’re managing our hiring processes internally. We’ve got a dedicated team that’s skilled at sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates who truly align with our values and vision.While we recognise the value external recruitment firms bring, we’ve decided to keep control of our recruitment process for now.Thanks for your understanding, and we hope there might be opportunities to work together in the future.Last but certainly not least:At Flair, we’re an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and treat everyone fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, religion, or other characteristics. Our recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on merit and business needs.

Expected salary

Location

Glossop, Derbyshire

Job date

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 04:13:56 GMT

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