Commercial Analyst Are you a finalist/recently qualified Management Accountant or Commercial Analyst? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where you can business partner with non-finance staff and influence commercial decisions? Do you have strong forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting experience? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you Benefits: Working for a global leader in the publishing industry New, open plan offices with canteen and break out areas Opportunity to influence commercial decisions Opportunity for progression £38, 000 - 42, 000 Benefits

Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Commercial Director and supported by the Commercial Analyst Project managing the budgeting and forecasting process on a quarterly basis Producing and presenting budget and forecast packs to UK executive members Business partnering with non-finance departments to gain relevant budget and forecast information Providing financial information to assist the Commercial Director and internal stakeholders with commercial decisions Managing and reporting month end analysis of the division's actual performance Drafting P&Ls for potential acquisitions Cost control Maintaining finance systems and databases Requirements: Relevant Degree 2.1 (or equivalent experience) Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant Management Accounting or Commercial Analyst background Able to communicate financial information to non-financial people within the business Experience using reporting tools (experience using Hyperion Planning or Business Objects would be advantageous) Strong attention to detail and takes initiative to solve problems Advanced excel skills This is an exclusive opportunity, so if you are interested in the role apply here Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003