Finance Analyst – 12 Month Fixed Term Full Time NEW

At Screwfix, our Commercial Finance team plays a vital role in helping the business make smart, data-driven decisions that support growth and performance across the UK.

We’re looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Commercial Finance team at our Head Office in Yeovil on a 12 months fixed term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with some previous finance or analytical experience who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and delivering meaningful commercial insights in a fast-paced retail environment.

Reporting to the Finance Business Partner and working closely with Finance Managers, Business Partners, and cross-functional teams, you’ll support key areas of the business by delivering financial analysis, weekly trading reports, and ad-hoc commercial insights across promotions, Front of House performance, and range extensions.

This is a hands-on analytical role that offers fantastic exposure across the business, with opportunities to develop your finance and commercial skillset while supporting one of the UK’s leading retailers. We’re looking for someone with previous analytical or finance experience, a strong business and commercial mindset, and the ability to turn data into meaningful insights that support decision-making across the organisation.

This role is a 12 month fixed term contract. We welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time hours.

What’s in it for you?

• 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays, 5 of which can be taken flexibly) increasing with service up to a maximum of 33 days
• Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home
• Flexible start and end times around core working hours
• Buy More Holiday – eligible colleagues can boost their holiday allowance by up to one extra week
• Up to 14% employer pension contributions
• Life cover up to 4x your salary
• Health cash plan and discounted gym memberships (up to 25% savings)
• 20% discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Key responsibilities

• Support performance analysis across key commercial areas including Front of House, promotions, and range extensions to help optimise sales performance.
• Deliver accurate and timely Monday trading reports in partnership with Finance Managers and Business Partners.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support commercial planning and wider business growth initiatives.
• Produce ad-hoc analysis and reporting to support fast, data-driven decision making across the business.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business performance and identify opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement within Commercial Finance by identifying opportunities to automate reporting and streamline processes.
• Help maintain and improve business and commercial models used across the finance function.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business.

Required Skills & Experience

• Intermediate Excel skills, with the ability and willingness to learn new reporting systems and tools.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and work with complex data.
• A strong business and commercial mindset, with an interest in understanding how financial performance impacts wider business outcomes.
• Naturally curious, with a desire to understand how things work and communicate findings clearly to others.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in retail performance and wider market trends.

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:

Financial wellbeing

• Wagestream access to track earnings and save
• Access to the Kingfisher Share Scheme
• Colleague support fund
• Exclusive offers and discounts via our Hapi app
• Cycle-to-work scheme and savings on bikes

Every day benefits

• Career progression and development programmes
• Coaching and mentoring to help you thrive
• Access to wellbeing resourcing including PepTalk
• Support networks available

Recruitment Process

We review applications on an individual basis, and if we feel you would be a good fit we’ll invite you for a call or Teams video for an informal chat about the role, and to see if we’re a good fit for you. From there you can expect a comprehensive process, with regular contact from the Talent Acquisition team who are always available, for any queries you may have.

We value open and honest conversations and collaboration, giving you a chance to learn about what we are doing in an informal and friendly environment. We want to know about you and why you feel that this is the opportunity that excites you.

Sustainability at Screwfix

We’re committed to building a better future for our community and our planet. That’s why we’re doing everything we can in six key areas: eliminating carbon emissions, reducing and recycling waste, sourcing responsibly, keeping products in use for longer, selling more sustainable products and providing sustainable packaging. We’re on a mission to put sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. Join us.

We’ve worked hard to create a culture of inclusivity and genuine community. We’re a company built on teamwork, and the best teams are ones in which everyone can share their view. Whatever your background, however you identify, you’ll be listened to, encouraged, and given the tools and training you need to get ahead. You’ll always know where you are with us. We’re open. We’re fair. And we believe in opportunities for everyone.

Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

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