Job Description

Are you a commercially minded finance professional ready for a high-impact role in a global, fast-paced environment? This is your chance to join a leading publishing and intelligence organisation at the forefront of their industry—renowned for transforming data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and AI.

The Opportunity:
Step into a newly created role as a Commercial Finance Analyst, joining a dynamic Commercial Finance team that partners directly with the revenue generating parts of the business, particularly the Sales and Product functions. This role will assist with the revenue reporting and related processes, including analysis and provision of insightful information alongside working at group level to resolve problems and ensure consistency across different regions.

This role is initially for a 6 month FTC but has the potential for the longer term. The company offers a hybrid working model where you will be expected to be in the Central London offices 2 days a week.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver accurate, timely month-end reporting on global revenues, commissions, and bad debt—identifying key trends and drivers.
• Partner with Sales leaders to set targets, manage pipelines, and ensure decisions are grounded in robust financial data.
• Collate and present trading forecasts, weekly trading decks, and monthly performance updates.
• Support budgeting and forecasting, tracking actuals versus projections, and aligning with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools for senior management.
• Manage the monthly commissions calculation and payment process.
• Provide commercial analysis and support across Sales and Product teams.

What You’ll Bring:

• Finalist or newly qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong commercial acumen and a strategic, analytical mindset.
• Solid experience in financial control and business partnering.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence handling large, complex datasets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a collaborative, high-energy team.

• Experience with Oracle NetSuite, Power BI, or Salesforce is highly desirable.
• Passion for understanding business drivers and making data-led decisions.

Why Apply?

• Join an industry leader at the cutting edge of publishing and intelligence.
• Play a key role in a newly created position within a high-performing Commercial Finance team.
• Initial 6-month contract with genuine potential for extension or a permanent role.
• Hybrid working in a central London location.

Ready to accelerate your finance career and make your mark? Apply now to find out more!