Commercial Assistant

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Commercial Assistant in Burton on Trent!

As our Commercial Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the UK Commercial Team and Regional Finance Business Partner. You’ll ensure data accuracy, smooth commercial processes, timely reporting and high‑quality insights that help guide business decisions. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their commercial or finance career who is analytical, curious, proactive and eager to learn.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and maintain accurate data in SAP and other ERP systems.
• Approve purchase requisitions and code/approve travel invoices.
• Support commercial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and financial cycles.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and support payment processes.
• Prepare month‑end journals and contribute to regional financial consolidation.
• Produce sales, margin and performance reports using SAP, AFO and Power BI.
• Provide general administrative support to the commercial and finance teams, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

What you’ll bring:

• Initial experience in a finance or commercial support role.
• Strong analytical ability and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency working with data (Excel essential; experience with SAP, AFO or Power BI desirable).
• Critical thinking and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.

• Naturally inquisitive and eager to learn.
• Clear communicator and confident collaborator.
• Organised, reliable, resilient under deadlines and thrives in a fast‑paced environment..

Benefits:

At Etex, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you at every stage of your career. Our comprehensive rewards include a flexible pension scheme, with core contributions from both you and Etex totalling between 9% and 18% of your salary depending on your length of service and selected options. You’ll also enjoy exclusive retail discounts through Etex Hive and wellbeing services for you and your family. Additional benefits include access to expert care support, a car salary sacrifice scheme, the option to buy extra holiday, eyecare vouchers, free mortgage advice, and enhanced family-friendly policies. Plus, we celebrate your achievements with award schemes and long-service recognition, ensuring you always feel valued as part of our team.

Why join us?

• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).