Finance Analyst (Commercial FP&A) – Yankee Candle

As a Finance Analyst, you will partner closely with Sales and Marketing teams across the UK and Ireland to drive strong commercial performance for Yankee Candle and other brands in Home Fragrance category.

Requirements

• Deliver month-end reporting by building accruals, analysing variances, and ensuring all FP&A deliverables are provided on time and to a high standard
• Prepare budgets and forecasts by facilitating the process, analysing and challenging assumptions, and providing insight-driven recommendations
• Produce monthly P&L reporting and clearly communicate financial performance to Sales and Marketing teams
• Act as a business partner for Home Fragrance category, driving accountability for P&L delivery and supporting commercial decision-making
• Oversee Trade and Marketing Spend governance by monitoring investment budgets, assessing ROI, and ensuring alignment with brand guidance and internal policies
• Support the Finance Manager with commercial analysis, business cases, and ad-hoc reporting
• Maintain financial tools for the cluster, including trackers, forecasts, and analytical tools
• Participate in projects aimed at driving process improvements or enhancing capability

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working system (on average 3 days in the office and 2 days at home p.w.)
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development
• Bravo – our global recognition programme where teammates can recognise each other and exceptional work is rewarded
• Discounts on some of our products from brands Parker, DYMO, Sharpie, Contigo, and others
• Employee Referral Program – an opportunity to get a bonus
• Global Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for you and your family, complementing our commitment to your well-being at work and beyond
• Corporate Citizenship Philosophies – environmentally sustainable and socially sensitive business practices
• Give@Newell – paid time-off for charity activities dedicated for local communities right where you live/work
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that foster an inclusive culture