About the job Commercial Financial Analyst (P2P)

Commercial Financial Analyst (Procurement & Operations)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Financial Analyst to support financial planning, cost control, procurement analysis, and operational performance within a fast-paced business environment. This role will provide valuable financial insights to improve purchasing decisions, inventory management, production efficiency, and overall business profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Own and maintain standard costing and landed cost calculations for raw and packaging materials.
Monitor market trends impacting material, freight, logistics, and related procurement costs.
Analyse purchase price variances and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
Conduct material usage and cost variance analysis against budgets, forecasts, and actual performance.
Partner with procurement and operations teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance profitability.
Monitor inventory levels, stock movements, slow-moving items, and stock-related provisions.
Prepare inventory reports, stock turnover analysis, and related accounting entries.
Support procurement-to-pay processes, including accounts payable controls and spend analysis.
Review purchasing activity against plans and identify financial risks and opportunities.
Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives across procurement and operations finance.
Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and compliance reporting activities.
Work closely with finance, procurement, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to improve decision-making and performance.

Requirements

Degree in Accountancy, ACCA, or equivalent qualification.
Minimum 4 years of finance experience, including at least 3 years in a Financial Analyst or similar role.
Previous experience within manufacturing, supply chain, operations finance, or FMCG environments is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of financial analysis, management accounting, costing, and profitability analysis.
Experience with inventory accounting, cost control, and procurement finance.
Understanding of manufacturing operations, logistics, and supply chain processes.
Experience using ERP systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence platforms.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to turn data into actionable business insights.

Commercial Financial Analyst (P2P)

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