At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform data into insights and support strategic decision-making across departments.
- Company: Join a well-established organisation in Lancaster with a collaborative finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing perks, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Opportunity for continuous improvement and career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Become a trusted partner, influencing decisions with your analytical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in analytical roles and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
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 Role Your 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 You We'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.
Commercial Analyst employer: Axon Moore Group Ltd
Axon Moore is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a leading manufacturing business that values collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to engage in diverse financial processes and contribute to impactful projects. Located in a thriving industrial hub, the company provides a unique chance to develop skills while being part of a team that drives operational excellence and financial integrity.
