Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a high-visibility role at the heart of the business. As Commercial Finance Manager, you will act as the trusted finance partner to the Operations Director and senior operational leaders, helping shape key commercial and operational decisions.
This is a true business partnering position. You will translate financial data into clear, actionable insight, challenging where necessary and supporting initiatives that drive performance, margin improvement and sustainable growth.
Alongside supporting operations, you will also play a key role in evolving the finance function, improving reporting quality, strengthening controls and helping embed smarter processes across the business.
What you'll be doing
- Partner with senior operational stakeholders to support strong commercial and operational decision‑making
- Identify, manage and challenge financial risks and opportunities across the business
- Deliver clear, proactive financial analysis to support business unit performance
- Provide insight into volumetric drivers and contract mechanisms impacting financial outcomes
- Monitor balance sheet risks and opportunities linked to operational performance
- Support continuous improvement within the finance function, enhancing reporting, controls and processes
What we're looking for
Essential
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Strong management accounting background with the ability to turn analysis into commercial insight
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator able to influence both finance and non‑finance stakeholders
- Advanced Excel skills including Macros and VBA
- Experience using accounting systems as analytical and reporting tools
Desirable
- Experience mentoring or developing junior team members
- Comfortable operating in a fast‑changing environment
- Strong experience business partnering non‑finance stakeholders
- Industry experience within manufacturing/FMCG helpful
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per year.
