Finance Assistant

What you will do: Work alongside the FBP to establish and maintain robust pricing and margin controls, you will: Perform in-depth profitability analysis by channel, customer, and SKU to drive insights and business decisions. Administer all price changes, including annual reviews and ad-hoc updates, ensuring seamless execution. Manage the day-to-day credit note process, recommending process improvements where applicable. Assist with financial assessments and gate approvals for new product launches. Maintain accurate calculations and reconciliations of customer rebates and overriders. Prepare regular reports on pricing, rebates, and other commercial metrics to support business strategies. You will also contribute to and learn from the wider finance team to turbo charge your own growth and our strategic growth. Our ideal candidate will have: At least 1 year of experience in a commercial finance-related role, with a firm understanding of fundamental accounting and commercial principles (accruals, reconciliations, ledger management, P&L, overriders, etc. ), and how to apply these. Additionally important is an understanding of the importance of data security and accuracy in digital environments. In addition, you will make a great success if you have: Strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability learn quickly and adapt to new financial tools and platforms. Clear communication and collaboration skills, both verbally and in writing, and across cross-functional teams. Comfortability using financial software, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and other digital tools. Capable to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Enthusiasm to learn and improve, and ability to take the initiative and ownership, whilst demonstrating integrity, reliability, and a strong commitment to quality standards. Commitment to personal and professional growth, and open to feedback. Whilst a degree in Finance/Accounting, or a related field, and previous exposure to pricing, margin analysis, and commercial finance, especially in a fast-paced FMCG environment, is preferred, we will consider all candidates with relevant transferable skills or equivalent experience. Why Join Us? In addition to a competitive salary, with annual reviews and KPI-related bonus potential, we offer: Ongoing development and support to help you reach your career goals. Free on-site parking, cycle to work scheme, and a subsidised canteen, as well as a blend of office and home working for a healthy work-life balance. Volunteer days, plus our own charity foundation and initiatives. Up to 35% discount on company products, plus access to a wide range of employee benefits via an online portal, including high street discounts, EAP, GP services and financial support tools. Multiple awards for recognising great contributions, long service, etc. Plus, events throughout the year to socialise and celebrate 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service. Life Assurance from day one, plus auto-enrolment pension with an enhanced pension option, with generous family leave policies. Diversity & Inclusion: Thanks for reading our job advert. We do our very best to bring to life what it’s like working as part of our team. Diverse teams really are the best teams; we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels they can be themselves at work and develop their talents to the full. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We also know that sometimes some candidates may be put off applying for a job unless they think they can tick every box. If you are really excited about working with us, please feel free to reach out. Ready to Join Us? If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, drive results, and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we want to hear from you Apply today and take the next step in your finance career. #J-18808-Ljbffr