Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Newport

Finance ManagerNewport (with regular travel required)Mrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a highly successful and well-established organisation to appoint a Finance Manager into their growing finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, commercially focused qualified accountant to join a business that is going through an exciting period of development, transformation and continuous improvement.Reporting into an experienced Financial Controller, with a close working relationship with the Finance Director, this role will play a key part in supporting operational performance, improving financial insight, and partnering with stakeholders across the wider business. The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys being close to the numbers, understanding what drives costs, challenging decisions, and using financial information to influence business performance.The RoleAs Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the month-end process, management reporting, cost analysis and commercial support across the business. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working closely with operational teams, understanding business drivers, and translating financial data into meaningful insight. Over time, the role will also include responsibility for developing and supporting a small finance team, including the management of two Management Accountants.Own and manage the month-end process, ensuring accurate and timely reportingPrepare and present management accounts, including commentary on performance, variances and key driversProvide commercial insight and challenge to operational stakeholdersBuild strong relationships with operational managers and act as a trusted finance partnerAnalyse costs, margins and operational performance to identify opportunities for improvementSupport cost control initiatives and drive efficiencies across the businessReview and report on rebates, liabilities and financial commitmentsProvide detailed analysis around operational costs, including transport and delivery-related performanceSupport budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processesMonitor P&L performance against budget and forecast, highlighting risks and opportunitiesSupport business decision-making through accurate reporting and financial insightWork closely with commercial and operational teams to understand cost driversImprove reporting processes and contribute to ongoing automation and system improvementsMaintain strong financial controls and data accuracy within finance systemsSupport audit processes and wider finance projects as requiredAbout YouWe are looking for an experienced and commercially minded qualified accountant who can step into the role and add value quickly. You will ideally have experience working within an operational, manufacturing, construction or similarly fast-paced environment and be comfortable partnering with non-finance stakeholders.Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)Strong month-end and management accounting experienceProven experience of business partnering with operational teamsPrevious experience managing, mentoring or developing finance team membersStrong understanding of costings, variance analysis and performance reportingCommercially astute with the confidence to challenge and influenceComfortable analysing data and identifying opportunities for improvementStrong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs etc.)Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience advantageous)Excellent communication skills with a practical and solutions-focused approachWhats on OfferThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and forward-thinking organisation where you will have genuine exposure, influence and the opportunity to make a real impact.Competitive salary and benefits package33 days holiday including bank holidaysEnhanced maternity and paternity benefitsHealthcare cash plan and employee assistance programmeLife assuranceLong service awardsEmployee benefits platformOpportunities for career development and progressionA collaborative and supportive working environmentThis role is expected to attract significant interest, and our client is committed to finding the right person who can become a key part of their continued success.