Commercial Finance Analyst

Job Title:Commercial Finance AnalystResponsible to:Group Financial ControllerWe are seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Analyst to join our Business Analysis team at Johnstons of Elgin. This role is pivotal in driving commercial performance through insightful analysis and strategic business partnering. You will work closely with our Chief Commercial Officers other senior stakeholders and the finance team to provide actionable insights that influence commercial decision making pricing strategies product profitability and margin optimisation. You will also play a key role in budgeting and forecasting is a full time permanent position working 38 hours a week Monday to Friday. The role is based in Elgin with the option to work from home provided the successful candidate can travel to our Elgin site for this role starts at 45000 depending on the Role:The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities:Act as a trusted business partner to the Chief Commercial Officer (Brand) and Chief Commercial Officer (Private Label) and their teamsDeliver insightful analysis on performance drivers identifying opportunities for growth and efficiencyAnalyse product costs and margins providing recommendations to improve profitability and developing pricing modelsDevelop an in depth understanding of the product costing process and drive continuous improvementCreate profitability models and business cases for commercial opportunities to support strategic decision-makingCollaborate closely with the finance team in producing monthly management information for commercial areas and provide analysis into financial performanceSupport the development of forecasts and budgets ensuring alignment with business objectivesPrepare and present high-quality reports and dashboards for senior management using Business Intelligence tools such as Power BISkills & ExperienceProven experience in a commercial finance role ideally within a fast-paced environmentExperience working for an international brand with both wholesale and retail sales would be advantageousExcellent data analysis skills including advanced excel are essential; experience in Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI is desirableExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong business acumen with the ability to influence and challenge decisionsDegree in Finance Accounting or a related field and/or a professional finance qualification. Support for further education and training would be available if appropriateAbout you: A successful candidate will: Have a degree in Finance Accounting or a related field and/or a professional finance qualificationBring a commercially focused mindset and enjoy translating data into meaningful insightBe confident working with senior stakeholders and able to build strong trusted relationshipsFeel comfortable challenging assumptions and influencing decisions with evidencebased recommendationsTake a proactive solutionsdriven approach to problemsolvingBe naturally curious and motivated to understand products processes and commercial performance driversCommunicate complex information clearly concisely and with purposeBalance attention to detail with the ability to step back and see the wider strategic pictureBe selfdriven keen to keep learning and motivated by the chance to make a real impactWant to be part of a company with heritage ambition and a global reach and play a role in shaping its futureAbout UsFounded in 1797 Johnstons of Elgin is an innovative luxury clothing brand celebrating 225 years of experience in working with the worlds finest fibres. Across three centuries our family-owned company has carefully sourced cashmere and fine woollen fibres from around the world applying the latest technology and highest quality craft expertise in our very own vertical Scottish mills. Employing over 1000 staff our valued employees and communities are at the heart of everything we do producing unique high-quality designs that are made to last. Our brand is focused on sustainability working with natural renewable and biodegradable fibres and we are committed to maintaining a minimal environmental of Elgin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer wholeheartedly supporting the principles of equality and diversity to build an inclusive workforce. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their whole authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all its forms which goes beyond those characteristics protected by law to include everything that makes us unique from our backgrounds and experiences to our personalities and ways of endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and encourage any candidate who requires assistance to contact us meet every requirement Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement or qualification. At Johnstons of Elgin we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if you are excited about this role but think your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other note all applicants must be able to provide evidence of their right to remain and take up paid employment incountry job is date Friday 13 February 2026