Commercial Finance Analyst

Handle Recruitment

Handle are working with an instantly recognisable, luxurious brand in the fashion industry. They are recruiting for a Senior Finance Analyst. The lucky candidate will be based out of their London office on a hybrid working model, reporting to the Commercial Finance Director.

This is a 6 month FTC.

Candidate Responsibilities will consist of:

• Working directly with senior managers and assisting them with the preparation of budgeting/ forecasting
• To build quarterly sales plans and ensure these are signed off by Senior management / field team
• Provide financial support, reporting and advising on current trends and issues.
• Providing ad hoc analysis to global & US finance and retail teams
• Cost control of budgets and forecasting, including analysis
• Produce management reports and monitor KPI’s on key metrics along with highlighting risks & opportunities
• To build quarterly sales plans and ensure these are signed off by Senior management / field team
• Analyse all store profits and develop action plans for under-performing stores
• Prepare monthly regional performance reviews by analysing store performances in depth
• Encourage investment appraisals for new stores

Candidate requirements:

• CIMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified
• Management experience
• Strong commercial / business partnering background, preferably in retail. Along with working with regional finance and commercial head offices.
• Excellent financial accounting knowledge
• Strong analytical and Excel skills

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds – we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.