Company: JD Sports Fashion

Apply for the Senior Commercial Finance Analyst – 9 month FTC

Location: Bury

Job Description:

Senior Commercial Finance Analyst – Property

9 month Fixed Term Contract

Reporting to: Finance Business Partner – Property

Location: JD Sports Fashion PLC, Edinburgh House, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR

JD Group is a leading global omnichannel retailer of sports fashion and outdoor brands.

Preparation & review of store investment business cases including income statement performance and return on investment measures to be presented in monthly property board meetings and European Stage 1 meetings.
Post‑opening assessment & reporting of performance, and variance analysis.
Provide store performance data & analytics to assist in strategic property decision making.
Financial support to the Head of Property Commercial Finance, providing clear, concise insight and understanding of the Property cost base such as staff costs and other overheads.
Chair regular meetings with the Reporting team to understand month‑end reporting, review spend, identify underlying issues, and provide challenges where necessary.
Support the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting for the Property cost centre.
Prepare quarterly business reviews and annual budget decks.
Provide clear and concise reporting to the Property FBP and Executive Sponsor.
Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial modelling.
Perform ad‑hoc finance tasks and project work as required.

CIMA, ACCA, or ACA – part‑qualified accountant.
Experience of business partnering, including demonstrated challenge and value‑adding suggestions.
Understanding of the key commercial drivers of store performance.
Experience of retail and property finance (advantageous).
Evidence of providing data‑driven insights.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, required.
Able to communicate effectively with non‑financial colleagues and across all business functions.
Strong analytical skills to investigate, understand, and explain performance.
Ability to form strong working relationships at all levels.
Ability to work with own initiative.
Strong time‑management skills and ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills essential; Oracle, TM1, and Power BI experience not essential but an advantage.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Positive, flexible, enthusiastic, and driven attitude.

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Posted: May 30th, 2026