Senior Commercial Analyst

Sharp & Carter

About the Role & Company

A leading manufacturing business is seeking a high-calibre Senior Commercial Analyst to join their finance team in a pivotal commercially focused role. Acting as the 2IC to the Head of Finance, this position will play a key role in driving business performance through detailed sales analysis, strategic insights, forecasting, and business partnering across operations and leadership teams.

This opportunity will suit a commercially minded finance professional who thrives working with large datasets, enjoys influencing decision-making, and wants to operate as a true strategic partner to the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver detailed sales, margin, and profitability analysis across multiple business units and product lines
  • Analyse large and complex datasets to provide actionable commercial insights and performance recommendations
  • Partner closely with sales, operations, supply chain, and senior leadership teams
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
  • Support the Head of Finance with strategic initiatives, board reporting, and commercial decision-making
  • Develop financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve visibility and performance tracking
  • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to drive business growth and operational efficiencies
  • Assist in driving continuous improvement initiatives across reporting, systems, and processes

About You

  • CA/CPA qualified
  • Strong experience within commercial finance, FP&A, or commercial analysis roles
  • Background within the manufacturing industry is required
  • Advanced Excel and strong ERP/BI systems experience
  • Proven ability to work with large datasets and translate data into meaningful business insights
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and business partnering capability
  • Commercially astute with a proactive and analytical mindset

What's on Offer

  • Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership
  • Genuine 2IC opportunity to the Head of Finance
  • Broad commercial role with strong strategic influence
  • Dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

If this role is of interest, please apply or contact Kavithri Weerasuriya on ***email_hidden***.