Theale, Berkshire | Office-based 3–4 days per week | 37.5 Hours
Before You Read On – Non-Negotiables - Please only apply if you meet ALL of the below:
*Advanced Excel user, minimum 2+ years in a role heavily reliant on Excel (you will be tested on Excel skills)
*Confident with complex formulas, basic business finance and understanding of financial terms (you will be tested in this area)
*Live within 1 hour commute to Theale
*Willing to be in the office 3–4 days per week
*A minimum of 3 years UK based experience is essential
The Opportunity
This is a high-impact Commercial Finance Analyst role focused on financial modelling, commercial insight and strategic decision support.
You’ll work directly with senior stakeholders across finance, operations, sales and business development, playing a key role in shaping long-term contracts and business growth.
Important: This is not an accountancy role. This is for commercially minded analysts who thrive in data, modelling and insight.
What You’ll Be Doing
Financial Modelling
*Own and enhance advanced Excel-based financial models
*Manage multi-year forecasting models
*Ensure models are accurate, auditable, and commercially robust
Commercial Analysis
*Deliver scenario modelling & risk analysis
*Support bid pricing and deal evaluation
*Challenge assumptions and influence decision-making
Contracts & Reporting
*Support financial performance of long-term service contracts
*Update models based on contract changes and business plans
Stakeholder Engagement
*Translate complex data into clear, actionable insight
*Confidently challenge and influence stakeholders
*Work cross-functionally to align financial outputs with strategy
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
*2–4 years in a commercial finance / analytical role
*Expert-level Excel skills (advanced formulas, modelling, data analysis)
Strong understanding of
*P&L, cash flow, cost structures
*Pricing, margins & profitability
Experience with
*Financial modelling (build & maintain)
*Scenario & sensitivity analysis
*Supporting bids, tenders, or business cases
Mindset
*Highly analytical and detail-focused
*Commercially aware – you question everything
*Confident communicator who can push back with data
*Structured, organised, and deadline-driven
Qualifications
*Degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or another numerical discipline
Additional Requirements
*Successful candidates must pass an Enhanced DBS check
Ready to Apply?
If you’re an Excel expert with strong commercial finance instincts, and you meet every non-negotiable, we want to hear from you. Contact Louise at 121 Personnel