Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

6-month Fixed Term Contract

London (Hybrid working)

We are looking for a commercially astute and delivery-focused Finance Analyst to support the Commercial Finance Team in UK Travel to focus on Supplier Income System Implementation and Governance. This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with project teams, as well as Commercial and Financial stakeholders to help shape and embed changes. You’ll utilise your core finance knowledge to ensure successful project completion.

The Role:

Working as part of the wider commercial analytics team, the Senior Commercial Finance Analyst will work as part of a close-knit team focussing on WHSmith’s supplier income. This role has a high degree of cross-functional collaboration and visibility.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Use core accounting knowledge to support in delivery of successful Income Transformation Project
• Support the implementation of new Supplier Incomes System, including testing, production of training materials and controls design
• Collaborate with commercial and financial stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business needs
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide hands-on support during transition periods, particularly during key finance cycles
• Contribute to change management activities by engaging stakeholders, providing feedback, and ensuring the finance team is supported through change

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be autonomous, proactive and solutions focussed with an inquisitive and collaborative outlook. They will be comfortable navigating ambiguity and have strong cross-functional relationship management skills.

Required experience:

• Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Strong knowledge of Supplier Incomes in a similar industry is highly desired, including recognition principles
• A proactive mindset with the ability to problem-solve, work independently, and deliver at pace.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills—comfortable collaborating across finance and non-finance teams.

How we reward our teams:

• Hybrid Working Model from home and in the office
• 4pm Friday Finish
• Flexible Working
• 25 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday
• Family Friendly Leave
• Competitive Pension Contribution
• Sharesave Scheme
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Competitive Salary and Car Allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Staff Discount Card for stores and online

The Company:

Celebrating over 230 years, we’re proud to have grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand present in over 30 countries around the world, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. As a diverse group of over 5,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business through our commitments to our planet, people and the communities we serve.

Travel

Our UK Travel office is based in a buzzing part of central London close to Liverpool Street Station. We are an ambitious team that thrives on pace, collaboration and innovation resulting in a real entrepreneurial culture. It’s perfect for people who are happy to use their initiative and embrace life outside their comfort zone.

At WHSmith, we’re all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you—you’re welcome here.

We’re also open to flexible working where possible, so if that’s something you need, let’s chat. And if you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know—we’re happy to help!