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Form of workRole:Commercial Finance Analyst
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA - Office Based
Hours: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (Dependent on Experience) & Bonus Scheme
Company: Asda Express
Role Overview:
We are seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join our finance team at Asda Express!
Reporting into the Commercial Finance Manager, you will collaborate with key decision makers and senior stakeholders across the wider business and play a key role in providing valuable commercial insights to support decision-making whilst also driving financial performance analysis and strategic planning.
The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and analytical individual with the ability to interpret complex financial data. If you are a results-driven and detail-oriented finance professional looking for your next move, this position offers a unique opportunity to progress within your career and contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing convenience retailers in the UK.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and trend analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse financial data, providing insights to support business decisions
- Evaluate and report on key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement and opportunities for growth
- Assist with and monitor annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives
- Prepare and present weekly/monthly dashboards on trading performance, identifying key trends and offer recommendations
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes or reporting data
- Contribute to the development of financial models to support strategic initiatives and business planning
- Review P&L cost items on a regular basis to develop understanding of cost base and key trends
- Work closely with operational managers to optimise performance, control cost and improve profitability
- Participate in the month-end and year-end close processes, reconciling financial data and ensuring accuracy
- Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscapes to provide relevant financial insights
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements:
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA Qualified/Part Qualified
- Proven experience as a Finance Analyst, preferably in a commercial or business-focused role with strong Commercial Finance and business acumen
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial software
- Analytical and adaptable individual with great attention to detail
- Multi-site experience within hospitality or retail would be advantageous
Benefits & Rewards:
- Performance Based Bonus Scheme
- Employee Life Assurance
- ASDA Discount Card - 10% off all ASDA stores
- Exclusive employee discounts across 900 retailers
- Smart Health - 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme - access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
- Learning & Development - access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career
- Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
- Free Secure Car Parking
- Dress Down Fridays
- Flexi-Time
- Prayer and Ablution Facilities
- Shower Facilities
- Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
- Work Anniversary Rewards
- Free Eye Test
About ASDA Express…
As the convenience arm of Asda, Asda Express is supporting Asda’s ambition to become the UK’s second largest grocery retailer by moving into the fast-growing £40bn convenience market. Asda Express will also help to bring Asda’s value pricing closer to millions of customers.
Following the acquisition of convenience sites from the Co-op Group and EG Group during the last two years, there are circa 470 stores which are in the process of being converted to Asda Express. Each store stocks up to 3,000 branded and own-label products to suit a broad range of customer needs including 'top up’ shops for essential items such as milk and bread, grabbing lunch on the go or cooking dinner from scratch.
The acquisition of the former EG Group UK convenience sites will also help accelerate Asda’s move into the £62bn foodservice market, adding more than 450 Greggs, Subway and Burger King outlets as franchise agreements as well as wholly owning healthy fast-food chain, LEON.
