Commercial Finance Manager
Location Preston, England Sector Accountancy (Qualified) Salary £65,000.00 to £70,000.00 per annum Benefits Bonus
We're supporting a £100m turnover, private equity-backed group in the appointment of a newly created Commercial Finance Manager.
Reporting to the Commercial Finance Director, this is a high profile role that will sit at the heart of commercial decision making across the business. You'll work closely with senior finance, commercial and operational stakeholders, providing insight and analysis that drives revenue growth, profitability and business performance.
This is an opportunity to step into a visible position where you'll influence pricing strategy, challenge commercial performance, support growth initiatives and help shape the future of the commercial finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead customer profitability and contract economics analysis
- Support pricing decisions, commercial negotiations and strategic initiatives
- Deliver insightful analysis on revenue, margins, customer performance and commercial trends
- Partner with Commercial, Contracts and Data teams to improve decision making and performance
- Produce revenue forecasts, variance analysis and performance reporting
- Provide financial input into bids, tenders and growth opportunities
- Challenge forecast accuracy, pipeline quality and revenue performance
- Oversee revenue assurance, invoicing accuracy and commercial controls
- Monitor working capital performance, cash collection and aged debt
- Drive process improvements, automation and enhanced reporting capabilities
- Lead and develop members of the commercial finance team
About You
We're keen to speak with qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) who can demonstrate:
- Experience within a Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering role
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen
- The ability to translate financial information into meaningful business insight
- Experience partnering with non-finance stakeholders
- Confidence influencing and challenging senior decision makers
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities
- A proactive approach and desire to drive continuous improvement
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £65,000 - £70,000
- Bonus
- Hybrid working
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Newly created role with the opportunity to shape and develop the position
- Exposure to senior leadership and key commercial decision makers
- Broad remit covering pricing, profitability, forecasting and commercial strategy
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing PE-backed business
If you're looking for a role where you can influence commercial outcomes, partner with senior stakeholders and play a key part in a business's growth journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Commercial Finance Manager in Preston employer: Dot Recruit
At Dot Recruit, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth. Our Nantwich location provides a supportive environment where you can thrive, with hybrid working arrangements and competitive salaries that reflect our commitment to employee well-being and development. Join us to be part of a reputable accountancy practice that values your expertise and encourages you to make a meaningful impact.
