Commercial Analyst

Axon Moore are delighted to be recruiting for a Commercial Analyst on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Lancaster.This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and commercially minded individual who enjoys turning data into meaningful insight. Working as part of a collaborative finance team, you'll partner with stakeholders across multiple departments to provide reporting, analysis and recommendations that support business performance and strategic decision-making.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys investigating trends, identifying opportunities for improvement and influencing decision-making through accurate, insightful analysis. You'll have the opportunity to become a trusted business partner, helping the wider organisation make informed, data-driven decisions.The RoleYour responsibilities will include:Commercial Reporting & Analysis

• Produce and maintain KPI dashboards and management reports.
• Analyse commercial, operational and financial performance to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop customer, product and departmental reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor key business performance metrics and provide actionable insight.
• Present analysis clearly, making recommendations to improve business performance.
• Support senior management with meaningful management information and ad hoc analysis.

Data & Reporting

• Extract, manipulate and analyse data from multiple systems.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency and integrity of reporting.
• Improve reporting processes and data quality across the business.
• Identify opportunities to automate routine reporting and increase efficiency.
• Develop new reports and dashboards to meet evolving business requirements.

Commercial Finance Support

• Support budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities.
• Assist with cost and margin analysis.
• Provide analytical support for business improvement initiatives and projects.
• Support the wider finance team with reporting and analysis as required.

Continuous Improvement

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements.
• Challenge existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help drive a more commercially focused, data-led approach across the organisation.

About YouWe're looking for someone who can combine strong analytical ability with excellent communication skills.You will ideally have:

• Experience in a Commercial Analyst, Finance Analyst, Business Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookups and complex formulas.
• Experience working with large datasets from multiple sources.
• The ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise way.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A naturally curious mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Desirable Experience

• Experience using Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.
• Experience with ERP or finance systems.
• Exposure to financial reporting, budgeting or forecasting.
• Knowledge of operational, commercial or procurement reporting.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 - £35,000
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Additional employee wellbeing benefits

Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact George Oyston at Axon Moore.