Commercial Finance Analyst Job at JRL Group (Newark)

Job Description

Commercial Finance Analyst – JRL Group. Location: Carlton Works, Carlton on Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire. Working Hours: 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 30minute break. This is a full-time permanent position on a competitive salary. The JRL Group encompasses over 14 divisions delivering bespoke solutions for some of the UK’s most complex construction projects. Over the past two decades, the business has grown from a specialist in substructure and superstructure packages into a fully integrated construction company, delivering managed solutions with an annual turnover exceeding £800 million. Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen to strengthen the finance function supporting day-to-day operations at our Newark location. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly developing team where the successful candidate will gain broad exposure to commercial finance, project reporting, and operational analysis. The role offers excellent career development and genuine progression opportunities within the wider JRL Group. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will take responsibility for financial reporting within the JRL Modular business while also supporting other divisions across the Group.

Job Responsibility

Project reporting and cost analysis to support operational and commercial decision-making
Ensure costs and purchase orders are accurately allocated to the correct business divisions, contracts, and projects
Oversee stock control and cost allocation, ensuring materials are issued and charged correctly
Conduct regular reviews of material usage against budgets and forecasts
Complete stock reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting
Support the management of project variations and pricing changes, ensuring records are maintained and financial impacts are accurately tracked
Assist with FP&A activities, forecasting, and budgeting
Maintain and enhance key Excel-based reporting models and workbooks
Produce production and monthly WIP reporting
Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) files, ensuring changes are accurately recorded and controlled
Take ownership of critical reporting processes, ensuring continuity, accuracy, and data integrity
Provide general finance and analytical support across a growing portfolio of projects and operational requirements

Requirements

Part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Experience in commercial finance, project accounting, cost analysis, or management accounting
Strong ability to interpret financial information and translate it into meaningful business insight
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, reporting models, and data analysis
Previous experience within construction or manufacturing environments is preferred
Familiarity with Coins ERP would be advantageous
Ability to work to agreed deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to engage with and influence non-financial stakeholders
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and use initiative

Nice to have

Previous experience within construction or manufacturing environments is preferred
Familiarity with Coins ERP would be advantageous

What we offer

Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare
Genuine opportunities for career progression within the Group
On-site gym facilities
Opportunity to contribute to some of the UK’s most exciting construction projects
Dedicated Training & Development Department

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