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Commercial Finance Analyst

Wade Macdonald
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Wade Macdonald is seeking a Commercial Finance Analyst for a well-established organization in Reading, offering a salary between £40,000 to £45,000.
  • The role involves taking ownership of key analytical outputs to influence strategic direction and drive commercial decision-making.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a commercially focused finance role and possess a relevant degree in finance, accounting, or economics.
  • Strong skills in Power BI and Excel are essential, along with proven analytical abilities and effective communication skills.
  • The position includes benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, an enhanced pension scheme, life assurance, and professional study support.

Commercial Finance Analyst - Reading - £40,000 to £45,000 - Hybrid Working

About the Client

Wade Macdonald are currently working with a well-established organisation based in Reading who are looking to grow their expanding team. They’ve built a collaborative culture where people are encouraged to get stuck in, share ideas, and help drive the business forward.

About the Job

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of key analytical outputs that influence strategic direction. You’ll be integral in driving commercial decision-making through insightful analysis, leveraging tools such as Power BI to bring data to life.

Duties will include:

  • Building and maintaining Power BI dashboards and advanced Excel models to support business planning.
  • Providing clear financial insight into business performance, identifying trends and opportunities.
  • Supporting tender processes and new business initiatives with robust financial modelling.
  • Assisting with scenario and sensitivity analysis to support investment and pricing decisions.
  • Partnering with operational and commercial teams to translate financial data into actionable strategies.
  • Contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.

About the Successful Applicant

You will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a commercially focused finance role and hold a relevant degree in finance, accounting, or economics. Strong experience using both Power BI and Excel is essential, alongside proven analytical skills and a confident, communicative style.

What You Will Receive in Return

This role offers 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, an enhanced pension scheme and life assurance. Professional study support is also available to foster continuous learning and career progression.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.