Commercial Finance Analyst
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and growing organisation based in the outskirts of Reading. We are looking for a driven and ambitious Finance Analyst with around 2+ years’ experience who is eager to develop their career in a commercially focused environment. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who has gained at least 2 + years finance experience and is now ready to take the next step into a role that offers real exposure to business strategy, financial modelling, and project decision-making.
What you’ll be doing:
*Building and maintaining Excel-based financial models to support business growth and contract changes
*Performing scenario analysis to evaluate financial risks and opportunities
*Supporting investment appraisal activities using metrics such as NPV, IRR, and ROI
*Collaborating with multiple departments to gather insights and improve model accuracy
*Assisting with financial reporting for long-term contracts
*Supporting bid pricing and commercial decision-making
*Reviewing performance of new and existing contracts to drive profitability
*Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data, identifying and resolving discrepancies
Experience needed
*A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
*Around 2+ years’ experience in a finance or analytical role
*Strong Excel skills (formulas, modelling, data manipulation)
*An interest in commercial finance and business strategy
*Understanding of key financial concepts (e.g., discounted cash flow, IRR, NPV)
*A numerical, analytical, and inquisitive mindset
*Strong communication skills - able to present complex data clearly
Benefits:
*25 days holiday + bank holidays
*Pension scheme
*Private healthcare
*Employee assistance programme
*Electric car scheme
*Clear career progression and development opportunities