Commercial Finance Analyst

2 months ago

Woking, United Kingdom RSC Full time

Welcome to KFC

Take one man with a big idea, add 11 herbs and spices, grit, ambition, and buckets of heart – you’ve got KFC.

Since 1939, we’ve been bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to the world, and today we’re proud to be in over 1000 communities across the UK & Ireland. But without our people, none of it would be possible. Just like our recipe, they’re all original.

Join us. Bring it. And together, we can be part of something truly extraordinary.

Bringing it to the role.

We are looking for an action driving, enthusiastic, independent, commercial superstar to join KFC Commercial Finance team to deliver insight led change as a Commercial Finance Analyst (Sales and Marketing).

You will be closely business partnering with the marketing team and support in leveraging data and insight to continuously optimise performance, margin and drive our commercial ambitions. You will lead our sales and promotional campaigns forecasting and providing regular trading updates and diagnosis to our senior leadership team and “C suite”. You will also be a key stakeholder within the wider cross functional team driving improvements and opportunities as well as being responsible for reading the performance of in-flight initiatives.

The successful candidate will be a brilliant business partner, comfortable in talking to people from all areas of the business and at all levels. You will have the opportunity to gain an end-to-end understanding of the business, which will in turn stand you in excellent stead to make the transition to broader roles within the organisation.

What you’ll do

  • Forecasting and Planning - leading our quarterly sales planning cycles; responsible for the commercial forecast of marketing promotional campaigns             
  • Weekly performance review – preparation and presentation of “beat year ago” meetings with CMO, CEO, CFO and COO. Diagnose weekly performance and provide insight-led recommendations
  • Responsible for margin and menu-mix analysis and providing ongoing insight into product category trends and margin optimisation opportunities
  • Post Promotional Performance review – provide insight into and lead cross functional review of promotional performances
  • Partner closely with our digital marketing lead to optimise the return on investment of KFC App offers
  • Owner of our test and learn committee initiatives

What we’d love from you

EXPERIENCE:

  • A practical self-starter, the successful candidate will be used to delivering to tight deadlines and used to partnering effectively with internal customers and external stakeholders.
  • Highly analytical; Advanced knowledge of Excel; Excellent oral and presentation skills; Must have clear potential to move into bigger and broader roles.
  • Able to build and draw upon strong business partner relationships.
  • Previous experience in a commercially focused environment preferable but not required.

EDUCATION:

Accountancy Qualification (ACA, CIMA, CA, ACCA)

Be Original.

At KFC, everyone gets a seat at our table. Since we landed in the UK in 1965, we’ve fed our people’s potential – to be their best selves, make a difference and have fun.

Because it’s not just what you do at KFC. It’s the way you do it. Unapologetically you, undeniably original.

You’ll work with colleagues who all bring their originality to the table: their energy, spirit and sizzle and make every day high flyin’ and high fryin’.

As a multi-billion-pound business with over 1000 restaurants, we take ambition seriously. You’ll be treated with respect and supported in everything you do as you roll up your sleeves and play your part in bringing finger lickin’ good chicken to our customers. And whatever your journey looks like, we’ll help you get there. From flexible working to the chance to earn qualifications, we got you. There are all kinds of opportunities at KFC.

Buckets of Benefits

A career with KFC offers much more than just fantastic earning potential. We reward achievement with amazing incentives and benefits, including:

  • Flexible, hybrid working with our Restaurant Support Centre located in Woking, Surrey – a 24-minute train ride from London Waterloo. Depending on job requirement, travel across the UK & Ireland may be required.
  • Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution.
  • ‘Fri-Yay’ time – finish up at 1pm every Friday, all year round.
  • Live Well Days - 5 days per year to disconnect from our day-to-day (in addition to 25 days annual leave and bank holidays).
  • You can buy or sell up to 5 extra days of your core annual leave allowance each year.
  • After 5 years’ service, annual holiday allowance increases to 30 days.
  • Bonus – We work hard and do our best work to succeed together. When the company and individual goals are reached, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.
  • Wellness– We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to lots of wellbeing initiatives and programmes, including Telus Health, and 1:1 Mental Health coaching sessions with our partner Sanctus.
  • Private healthcare, including access to Digital GP, with the option to increase to include family cover.

Flexible and Voluntary benefits including Dental Insurance, Health Screening and Gym Discounts.

  • Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and income protection insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
  • Study Support may be available for job-related qualifications.
  • Parental Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave and flexible return to work options for those important times.
  • Colleague Discount – If you love KFC as much as we do, you’ll received a 25% discount.

Our Commitment to You

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do our teams. We value, support, and celebrate the things that make Team KFC authentic and original and all candidates – regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation.

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups in our industry such as women, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

To make your journey with us accessible and tailored to your needs, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during your recruitment process, or any other requirements.

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Ready to apply?

If you are ready to bring your passion, skills, and dedication to KFC, we encourage you to apply now. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and embarking on this extraordinary journey together. Bring it.

Don’t tick all the boxes? Don’t worry. If you don’t match all the criteria for the role and still think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

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