Senior Commercial Finance Analyst - 3 months FTC

We are looking for a commercially astute and delivery-focused Finance Analyst to support the Commercial Finance Team in UK Travel to focus on Supplier Income - Reporting and Governance.

What you will be doing:

• Driving enhanced governance within Supplier Incomes, challenging stakeholders where required
• Business Partnering Key Stakeholders to deliver best results for the business - ranging from identifying risks, opportunities, and insights to both finance and commercial stakeholders
• Monthly Reporting of Supplier Income and Costs
• Month End Processes including reconciliations, posting journals and variance analysis
• Act as intermediary between Finance Support Services and Commercial to facilitate the collection of cash and work with both teams to identify resolutions to issues which arise
• Reviewing contractual agreements and ensure appropriate income recognition in line with accounting standards
• Support on audit schedules, analysis & evidence required
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Someone highly numerate with an analytical background, ideally within Retail
• Ability to build relationships & trust with key stakeholders at multiple levels
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ability to cope with conflicting priorities and manage workload effectively
• Advanced Excel is essential
• Confidence to articulate the output of your analysis and challenge both the approach and results when necessary

Benefits:

• Hybrid Working Model from home and in the office
• 4pm Friday Finish
• Flexible Working
• 25 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday
• Family Friendly Leave
• Company Pension scheme
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Competitive Salary and Car Allowance
• Private Medical
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff Discount Card for railway stores (subject to policy)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

At WHSmith we're all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you - you're welcome here.