Commercial Finance Analyst, Birmingham

Who We Are

HH Global are the leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. We amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people. With more than 4,500 colleagues, 26 creative studios and over 5,800 strategic supplier partners across 64 countries, we work with the best talent across the world to partner with our clients to create big impact through big ideas.

Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, the Commercial Finance Analyst will be responsible for all aspects of finance as it relates to a portfolio of our client engagements / operations. As a key business partner, the successful candidate will support their Vice President and / or Business Directors and their direct reports in driving growth and business performance by providing financial expertise and insight. The Commercial Finance Analyst will also use their technical and interpersonal skills to ensure that key governance processes and framework are adhered to. This role combines multiple financial disciplines into a single role - traditional FP+A work, Financial Operations and Sales Support for a cluster of international clients. The successful candidate will recognize our company as one in which they can advance their career through high performance, developing and demonstrating a strong understanding of the business and a desire to take on additional responsibilities across new clients, services and geographies. This role operates on a blended model between our HH Global Office and home.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with operational management, ensuring a strong understanding of the business and its commercial drivers by providing regular reporting on financial performance and business KPIs.
• Proactively identifying and highlighting opportunities to improve business performance.
• Providing commercial modelling and assisting in business case building.
• Managing periodic planning and forecasting processes, supporting management with necessary analysis and guidance.
• Supporting the effectiveness of the Finance function by initiating and delivering projects and process improvements to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the function.
• Support the continued development of our reporting suite, providing guidance and support to the business users and proactively identifying opportunities to improve clarity and understanding.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues fulfilling different roles within the wider function, including transactional finance and Group.
• Ensuring HH Global’s financial governance frameworks are understood and adhered to.
• Providing financial support to the Sales Enablement team on new business opportunities.
• Providing ad-hoc analysis, guidance and support across all matters related to financial performance and processes.

Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• Degree educated and either qualified or towards the end of your professional qualification (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in a large, multinational business in a Management Accountant, Finance Analyst or Commercial role.
• Strong command of Excel and experience with relevant financial systems, including ERP and reporting platforms.
• Good understanding of general accounting processes.
• Experience of cross border trading and dealing with stakeholders in multiple countries would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills; able to clearly and concisely articulate relevant information to the business and our clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions and geographies.
• Organised and proactive; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly numerate and with an eye for detail.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with us. HH Global are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitably qualified candidates from any background, regardless of any personal characteristic, especially those protected by law. We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please reach out to HR.EMEA@hhglobal.com.

Please note that we carry out a variety of pre-employment background checks which are appropriate for the country that you are based in. These may include: employment history, right to work, identity, professional qualifications, criminal record, sanction file and / or CIFAS checks.