Business Analyst

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

We are pleased to announce an opportunity for a commercially minded Business Analyst to join our Finance Shared Services team based in Liverpool and play a key strategic role in shaping our UK performance.

Reporting directly to the UK Financial Controller, this role is ideal for someone who thrives on turning data into meaningful insight. As a Business Analyst, you ll play a pivotal part in shaping the strategic direction of the organisation. Your analysis will support decision making at the highest levels, ensuring our leadership teams are equipped with accurate, timely and forward-looking insights.

You ll work across financial, operational, and market analysis - spotting trends, identifying opportunities, and translating complex information into actionable recommendations. This is an exciting and varied role for someone who enjoys problem solving, business partnering, and making an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior UK leaders.
• Deliver monthly financial, sales and operational analysis using all available reporting systems.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis and advise on areas requiring attention.
• Support month end close activities, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
• Benchmark performance against CPI and key market growth indicators.
• Monitor material pricing trends and assess impacts on the business.
• Contribute to forecasting, strategic planning and budget processes, including preparing UK presentations for European Head Office.
• Provide accurate analysis to the CEO, CFO, Divisional Directors, H&S Management and other key stakeholders.
• Support Capex and lease management activities.
• Manage energy consumption reporting for the UK as a single, reliable data source.
• Lead improvements in UK reporting and support divisional reporting enhancements.
• Conduct competitor and vendor financial analysis.
• Develop reporting for CTO plans and UK-wide projects.
• Provide administrative support such as meeting minutes, action logs and follow ups.
• Deliver ad hoc analysis and support UK projects as required.

Skills & Experience

• Strong financial background and analytical capability
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Good understanding of the corrugated industry (advantageous)
• Highly proficient in MS Office - especially Excel & PowerPoint
• Experience using HFM is desirable
• A proactive, flexible mindset with ability to meet tight deadlines
• A collaborative approach and desire to grow within the organisation
• Full UK driving licence required

You ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team where your insights will directly influence strategic priorities and performance across the UK. This role offers exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.