Commercial Finance Analyst in Watford

Help shape the commercial performance of a large, multi-channel retail business. Signet Jewelers is looking for a Commercial Finance Analyst to join our Commercial Finance team in Watford. This is an exciting opportunity for a newly or part-qualified accountant to step into a highly visible, commercially focused role within a business operating at significant scale.

Working at the heart of the organisation, you'll partner closely with Buying, Merchandising, Digital and Marketing teams, providing insight that directly influences trading decisions, margin performance and long term profitability.

The opportunity

This role offers exposure to a fast paced retail environment where sales, margin and stock are deeply interconnected. You'll support the planning, forecasting and reporting of a large and complex commercial operation, helping senior stakeholders understand performance, identify risks and unlock opportunities. Your analysis won't sit in spreadsheets - it will actively shape how the business trades.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the planning, forecasting and reporting of a large scale retail business with a significant commercial footprint.
• Producing accurate and insightful weekly trading and stock flow reporting.
• Analysing promotional activity, discounting and commercial income streams.
• Supporting month end delivery across sales, margin and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reporting on precious metal exposure and supporting hedge forecasting.
• Partnering with Buying, Merchandising, Digital and Marketing teams to drive performance.
• Translating complex financial data into clear, commercially relevant recommendations.
• Identifying risks and opportunities and challenging where appropriate.
• Driving continuous improvement across commercial reporting and analysis.

What we're looking for

• Newly qualified or part qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent), with the ambition to complete your qualification.
• Strong analytical skills with a genuine interest in understanding how the business trades.
• Commercially curious, with the confidence to question and challenge.
• Clear communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Strong presentation skills and attention to detail.
• Retail experience is desirable, but not essential.
• A proactive team player who thrives in a fast moving environment.

We are passionate about our profession, and together we can help you realise your full potential. Come and be part of Signet Jewelers and enjoy the following fantastic benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Generous discount of up to 30% off our fabulous products from day one.
• An annual enhanced discount to celebrate the day you joined our team.
• Retirement Savings plans which offer flexibility in the way you save for the future.
• Immediate Life Assurance from day one.
• A minimum of 22 days holiday per year which increases after a year's service.
• Recognised qualifications, study support and structured career progression.
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme.
• Financial Wellbeing scheme.
• Give As You Earn scheme - An easy way to support causes close to your heart.
• Real Rewards - exclusive discounts on groceries, travel and leisure.

Signet is the name behind H. Samuel and Ernest Jones. Together, we have more than 270 stores in the UK and Republic of Ireland. But that's not all, we are part of the world's largest retailer of diamond jewellery with approximately 2,800 stores. Just imagine where your career could take you.

Signet Jewelers (H. Samuel & Ernest Jones) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are proud to have achieved Disability Confident Committed status (Level 1). All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.