Role: Assistant Commercial Finance Analyst

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based

Contract: Full-Time Hours / Permanent

Salary: £27,000 - £36,575 Dependent on Experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme    

Company: EG Group

*This is an office based role 5 days a week*

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity available for an Assistant Commercial Finance Analyst within the Finance Department!  

 In this role you will provide key support within the commercial finance team, maintaining key responsibility over production commercial reporting and output for senior and operational management. The role will also act as a point of contact for Operational and Senior Management. The individual will be expected to apply a commercial mind set to the role and ensure insights are provided on a regular basis to key stakeholders in the business.

What you’ll be doing

• Assist with producing daily/ weekly/monthly reporting on KPIs across your responsible area and ensure timely reporting to senior management and operations
• Ensure accuracy of reporting to senior stakeholders
• Work closely with operation team to provide key support and analysis on business KPIs
• Demonstrate a strong commercial understanding of core business KPIs and articulate how to drive these.
• Record weekly actions and provide key support to commercial analyst and Commercial finance manager.
• Co-ordinate weekly and monthly meetings
• Provide support in month end review of site by site p&ls to ensure accuracy of site by site P&L reporting
• Prepare first draft of quarterly and annual site by site budget site and provide commentary between actual and budget variance working closely with the FSS and Operational team.
• Provide input into monthly board pack presentation
• Provide commercial insight to Fuel Pricing and Convenience Retail team
• Perform ROI analysis on all investments
• Review and prepare monthly R&M report and analysis.
• Providing Commercial Finance Manager and other senior management with concise, clear and timely business updates and ensuring key issues are escalated in a timely manner
• Other Adhoc projects

 This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time

 What we’re looking for

• Part qualified accountant - AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA.
• Excellent communicator with the confidence and ability to discuss numbers with senior members of the finance function including the CEO / CFO.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and great knowledge of Excel.
• Strong commercial finance and business acumen.
• Analytical and adaptable with good attention to detail.

• Multi-site experience within hospitality or retail (Desirable)

Why Join EG Group:

• Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)
• Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
• Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
• ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
• Free Secure Car Parking
• Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
• Dress Down Fridays
• Prayer and Ablution Facilities
• Work Anniversary Rewards
• Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 9 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.