Senior Finance Analyst, Commercial Finance

Overview

In this role you support commercial growth for New Games within King’s CCO organization, delivering robust financial analysis and commercial support. You will build driver-based forecasts, assess investments and model long-term value, while coordinating with FP&A and Analytics. You translate complex data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders and help prepare the portfolio for growth. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to inform investment decisions and improve reporting processes. This position offers a clear pathway to shape the economics of new game initiatives in a dynamic, gaming-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Build driver-based forecasts and DCF models to evaluate investment needs, cash flows, returns and value; perform scenario and sensitivity analysis
• Prepare regular forecasts and business-case reporting; analyze forecast drivers and communicate implications
• Coordinate forecasting inputs with business teams, Analytics and FP&A; maintain models and ensure data accuracy
• Collaborate with Investment and Optimisation Finance to incorporate cost and headcount inputs and align assumptions
• Support long-range planning, portfolio expansion and Business Development with modelling for investment decisions
• Improve reports and models, explore AI-driven workflow enhancements, and clearly communicate insights to finance and non-finance colleagues

Key requirements

• Experience in investment banking, corporate finance, transaction advisory, Commercial Finance, FP&A or related analytical role
• Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills; build auditable forecasts and DCF valuations
• Understanding of commercial drivers and new business models affecting revenue and profitability
• Proficiency with AI tools to streamline modelling and reporting while maintaining accuracy
• Attention to detail; comfortable with large datasets and challenging assumptions; experience with planning systems; Power BI or Looker is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proactive, collaborative, and able to manage recurring deadlines and stakeholder relationships
• Genuine interest in gaming, player engagement and monetisation; prior gaming experience helpful but not essential
• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA or equivalent qualification preferred

• clear communicator
• proactive and collaborative
• stakeholder management
• financial modelling
• DCF and valuation
• Excel advanced (auditable forecasts)

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