Commercial Accountant

Your new company
This is a renowned company based in Belfast, which offers a hybrid working environment and values its people as the heart of the business. Their commitment to growth and collaboration makes it a great place to work, grow, and thrive. They are a growing business with an exciting plan.

Your new role
As a Commercial Accountant, you'll be an integral part of the Accounts Team. Reporting to the Commercial Controller, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting financial analysis to identify opportunities for profit improvement.
• Leading profitability and benchmark reviews with internal staff.
• Preparing annual profitability reports and forecasting
• Collaborating across functions to promote cost savings, sharing best practices, and fostering a continuous improvement culture.
• Supporting the Accounting function through financial projections, planning models, and capital investment assessments.
• Engaging in ad-hoc project work to enhance profitability.

What you'll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A qualification as an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, ideally with 1–2 years of experience.
• Strong financial analysis and interpretation skills, along with a logical and detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and excellent analytical capabilities.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• A collaborative mindset with commercial experience and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• A full driving licence.

What you'll get in return
The opportunity to play a key role in supporting retailers' bottom-line performance within a collaborative and dynamic team. You will get a competitive salary of between £45k - £48k + bonus and good benefits.
What you need to do now
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