OnetoOne Personnel
Reading, Berkshire
May 13, 2026
Full time
Theale, Berkshire Office-based 3-4 days per week 37.5 Hours Must have experience for the role: Advanced Excel user (minimum 2+ years in a role heavily reliant on Excel) Confident with complex formulas, basic Business Finance and understanding of financial terms 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 Role Summary The Commercial Analyst supports business growth and decision-making through advanced financial modelling and commercial analysis. The role focuses on maintaining existing and new long-term managed service contract financial models. Partnering closely with account management, business development, finance and operational teams. This is not an accountancy role but a commercial role that requires knowledge of Advanced Excel in a Commercial environment. Responsibilities Financial Modelling Maintain, and improve advanced Excel-based financial models, ensuring they are robust, auditable, and user-friendly. Manage multi-year Excel financial models to support long-term planning. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial models, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly. Gather inputs for Financial Modelling, maintaining records and audit trails. Manage day to day Team requests. Commercial Analysis Assess financial risks, opportunities, and the impact of business strategies. Review cost inputs provided by Operations and Sales, sense checking and providing feedback. Engage in bid pricing and summarising key financial metrics to enable deal approval. Process contract variations in accordance with laid down commercial parameters and seeking formal approval. Contract and Reporting Support Support financial reporting of long-term contracts both internally and externally. Update financial models to reflect contract variations and revised business plans. Collaborate with multiple departments to gather data and ensure model accuracy. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner. Approach all work with a disciplined, analytical mindset, always asking whether outputs make commercial sense. Question assumptions with confidence, push back where necessary, and engage stakeholders in a professional and fact-based manner. Stakeholder Engagement Internal customers of the Financial Modelling Team. External Customers. Effective team contribution within the Financial Modelling Team. Cross-functional collaboration to align financial outputs with business objectives. Capability Profile Degree educated (Bachelor's degree, numerical degree, or any other related degree). Essential Skills and Experience Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in a commercially role with extensive use of Excel Advanced Excel proficiency, complex formulas Experience supporting bids, tenders, or new business cases Commercial awareness, pricing, margins, deal evaluation, and contract profitability Ability to present complex data clearly to senior stakeholders Good written and verbal communication skills Structured, methodical, and deadline-oriented approach Ability to work independently and collaboratively Benefits Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme & salary sacrifice options Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes Flexible, supportive work environment Ready to Apply? If you're an Excel expert with strong commercial finance instincts, we want to hear from you. Contact Louise at 121 Personnel