Commercial and Credit Analyst

About This Role

• Build a strong commercial finance and credit career within a global business
• Impactful work that directly contributes to business growth and stability

About Our Client Our client is a well‑established multinational organisation operating within the consumer goods and industrial solutions sector. With a strong regional footprint and a diverse product portfolio, they focus on innovation, operational excellence and long‑term growth across global markets.

Job Description

• Conduct in‑depth analysis of commercial performance, including revenue trends, margins, pricing efficiency and customer profitability
• Prepare dashboards and weekly/monthly reporting to support sales, finance and senior leadership teams
• Evaluate customer credit applications, risk profiles and payment behaviour to determine appropriate credit limits
• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure commercial proposals and pricing structures align with business objectives
• Monitor overdue accounts, partner with internal teams to reduce outstanding balances and improve cash flow
• Support budgeting and forecasting by validating assumptions and analysing historical performance
• Work closely with finance to ensure accurate revenue recognition, credit provision calculations and compliance with internal policies
• Develop business cases for new initiatives, promotions or product launches using financial modelling
• Identify process gaps, propose improvements and support automation or system enhancement initiatives
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including banks or credit agencies, when required for credit assessments
• Provide ad‑hoc analysis and insights to support strategic decision‑making

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related field
• Professional qualification of CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA, etc. is highly preferred
• Distribution industry experience is mandatory and essential for the role
• Proven experience in commercial analysis, credit risk assessment or financial analysis
• Strong proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools, with the ability to manipulate and interpret large datasets
• Solid understanding of financial statements, credit metrics and commercial performance drivers
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to stakeholders
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical thinking

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to join a well‑respected multinational market leader
• Exposure to both commercial and credit functions for well‑rounded career development
• Collaborative environment with strong leadership and opportunities for continuous learning
• A role with high visibility across multiple departments and senior stakeholders

Contact: Cheyenne Coutinho Quote job ref: JN-032026-6973513