Commercial Finance Manager

Role: Commercial Finance Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA Office Based
Hours: Full Time / Permanent
Salary: £47,025 -£57,475 & Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the role
Our Finance function is expanding and we are looking for an experienced Commercial Finance Manager to join us and help to lead the Commercial Finance team at EG Group!
Working closely with senior leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing budgeting, forecasting and ROI on capex projects and acquisitions, whilst also playing an important role in helping to improve existing reports and processes. You will also be required to work cross-functionally to help design and develop new processes and procedures and assist with implementing new ways of working within the department.
The successful candidate will be an ambitious and self-motivated individual that can demonstrate high levels of integrity and diligence whilst also showing their ability to work in a fast paced and growing environment.
If you are ready for a new challenge, and for a role where you can help to make a noticeable difference, then this opportunity could be perfect for you! Duties and Responsibilities
Produce frequent reports to various stakeholders across the group along with key points and recommendations to aid decision making
Lead the annual budgeting process by providing insight based on trends
Undertake various project work such as automation, systems (SAP/POS) improvement
Oversee and produce monthly Board Pack
Work with Accounts to understand monthly performance and key drivers by site
Review site by site performance at a granular level in order to improve performance
Undertake benchmarking exercises at margin and opex level
Identify process gaps and improve them by working cross functionally
Report on brand partnerships along with their ROI which will aid exec board in making future Capex decisions
Produce frequent reports/analysis for investors via Group Finance team
Analyse and critique initiatives such as supplier changes or new product launches
Serve as the Go to person and possess a can do attitude whatever the scenario
Understand role of other analysts in team and provide cover where required
Prepare weekly/monthly dashboards to give clear visuals for non-financial managers
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements
Minimum of 3 years experience in an accounting department or similar role
Part/Newly/Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferable - QBE will also be considered
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Financial Modelling experience(desirable)
Experience working with Macros/VBA/SQL(desirable)
Logical, tenacious and adaptable individual with a clear drive for results
Ability to work in a growing fast paced environment
Excellent organisation / time management skills
Strong communication / interpersonal skills
Hands on experience in a multi-site retail operation(desirable)
Able to manage own workload and prioritise depending on urgency of the task or who is the end recipient
Possess Commercial Awareness and business acumen
Experience using SAP(desirable)
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the worlds leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.
Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.
At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.
Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.
Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.

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