About the role

ABOUT IRIS IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms. We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast. At IRIS, we're transforming the way businesses work through innovative software solutions. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a commercially focused and ambitious Finance Analyst to join our Commercial Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional looking to develop their career within a fast-paced, acquisitive technology business. You'll gain exposure to senior stakeholders, work closely with Sales and Marketing leaders, and play a key role in providing the insight and analysis that supports strategic decision-making across the organisation. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Finance Analyst within our Commercial Finance team, you'll partner with Sales and Marketing functions to deliver meaningful financial insight, support planning activities, and help drive business performance. You'll be involved in forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and commercial analysis, providing leaders with the information they need to make informed decisions. This role offers excellent exposure to commercial finance, FP&A, and business partnering, making it an ideal next step for someone eager to accelerate their finance career. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING - Supporting forecasting and reporting activities across Sales and Marketing functions, including overheads and headcount. - Assisting with budgeting and long-term financial planning processes. - Supporting month-end activities, including accruals, purchase order approvals, and balance sheet responsibilities. - Partnering with Sales and Marketing leaders to help manage costs and improve financial performance. - Analysing marketing investments, campaign performance, and conversion metrics to provide actionable insights. - Supporting newly acquired businesses with aligning forecasts, reporting, and KPIs to IRIS standards. - Delivering financial analysis that supports strategic and operational decision-making. - Contributing to ad hoc projects and commercial initiatives across the business. - Collaborating with colleagues across the wider finance team to provide support and drive continuous improvement. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're interested in hearing from candidates who have: - Experience within FP&A, Commercial Finance, Management Accounting, or Finance Business Partnering. - Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into meaningful insights. - Advanced Excel capabilities and confidence working with large datasets. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. - A proactive and solutions-focused mindset. - The ability to prioritise effectively and thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. DESIRABLE - Degree-level education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. - Studying towards, or recently qualified in, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. - Experience within a technology, software, SaaS, or other high-growth business environment. - Familiarity with Power BI or other business intelligence tools. WHY JOIN IRIS? At IRIS, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented finance professionals while partnering with key business functions that directly influence growth and performance. In return, you'll benefit from: - Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making. - Opportunities to develop commercial finance and business partnering expertise. - A collaborative and supportive team environment. - The chance to contribute to the