Commercial Finance Analyst - Work from home

📋 Description

• • Embark on a pivotal role as a Commercial Finance Analyst, working remotely to support an established Australia-owned business renowned for its innovative snack products. This dynamic position sits at the crucial intersection of finance, data analysis, and commercial operations, offering a unique opportunity to influence strategic decisions through insightful financial and sales performance analysis.
• • You will be instrumental in dissecting financial results, sales trends, and product profitability, providing the finance team with the deep insights needed to drive business growth and optimize performance across major supermarket groups, international retail, and global distribution channels.
• • A core responsibility will involve the meticulous analysis of financial, sales, and product performance data. This includes identifying key drivers of margins, understanding retailer performance metrics, and uncovering opportunities for revenue enhancement and cost optimization.
• • You will actively support the finance team by preparing comprehensive reports, conducting detailed variance analysis, and offering clear interpretations of financial outcomes, ensuring stakeholders have a robust understanding of the company's financial health.
• • A significant aspect of the role involves gaining a deep understanding of cost drivers throughout the entire value chain, from sourcing raw materials to production processes and final distribution activities. This requires a proactive approach to data gathering and analysis.
• • Prepare and maintain a suite of regular reports and data summaries tailored for various internal stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of critical business information.
• • Foster strong collaborative partnerships with commercial, operations, and logistics teams. By working closely with these departments, you will develop an end-to-end visibility of product performance, business unit contributions, and operational efficiencies.
• • Provide essential analytical support for strategic initiatives, including the launch of new products, the evaluation of promotional effectiveness, and in-depth performance reviews of key customers. Your insights will directly inform go-to-market strategies and customer relationship management.
• • Offer crucial analytical support to the logistics team, particularly during peak operational periods or in instances of staff absence. This hands-on approach ensures business continuity and operational resilience.
• • Actively contribute to the ongoing enhancement of data accuracy, the refinement of reporting processes, and the strengthening of internal controls. Your input will drive improvements in data integrity and operational efficiency.
• • Undertake other duties and responsibilities as applicable, demonstrating a flexible and adaptable approach to supporting the broader team and business objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• • This role is ideal for a commercially astute individual who thrives on translating complex data into actionable recommendations, contributing directly to the financial success and strategic direction of a growing international business.
• • You will be a key player in ensuring the financial health and commercial viability of product lines, contributing to strategic planning and operational excellence from a remote work setting.