Theale, Berkshire | Office-based 3–4 days per week | 37.5 Hours
Before You Read On – Non‑Negotiables
This role is not for everyone. Please only apply if you meet ALL of the below:
- Advanced Excel user (minimum 2+ years in a role heavily reliant on Excel)
- Confident with complex formulas, financial models & scenario analysis (you will be tested)
- Solid understanding of business finance fundamentals (you will be tested)
- Live within 1 hour commute to Theale
- Willing to be in the office 3–4 days per week
- A minimum of 3 years UK based relevant experience is essential
The Opportunity
This is a high-impact Commercial Finance Analyst role focused on financial modelling, commercial insight, and strategic decision support.
You’ll work directly with senior stakeholders across finance, operations, sales and business development, playing a key role in shaping long‑term contracts and business growth.
Important: This is not an accountancy role. This is for commercially minded analysts who thrive in data, modelling and insight.
What You’ll Be Doing
Financial Modelling
- Own and enhance advanced Excel‑based financial models
- Manage multi‑year forecasting models
- Ensure models are accurate, auditable, and commercially robust
Commercial Analysis
- Deliver scenario modelling & risk analysis
- Support bid pricing and deal evaluation
- Challenge assumptions and influence decision‑making
Contracts & Reporting
- Support financial performance of long‑term service contracts
- Update models based on contract changes and business plans
Stakeholder Engagement
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable insight
- Confidently challenge and influence stakeholders
- Work cross‑functionally to align financial outputs with strategy
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
- 2–4 years in a commercial finance / analytical role
- Expert‑level Excel skills (advanced formulas, modelling, data analysis)
- Strong understanding of P&L, cash flow, cost structures
- Pricing, margins & profitability
- Financial modelling (build & maintain)
- Scenario & sensitivity analysis
- Supporting bids, tenders, or business cases
Mindset
- Highly analytical and detail‑focused
- Commercially aware – you question everything
- Confident communicator who can push back with data
- Structured, organised, and deadline‑driven
Qualifications
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or another numerical discipline
Additional Requirements
- Successful candidates must pass an Enhanced DBS check
Benefits
- Private healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension scheme & salary sacrifice options
- Electric car and cycle‑to‑work schemes
- Flexible, supportive work environment
Ready to Apply?
If you’re an Excel expert with strong commercial finance instincts, and you meet every non‑negotiable, we want to hear from you. Contact Louise at 121 Personnel – louise.sand@121personnel.co.uk
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