Job Description
Commercial Finance Manager - Fantastic business - Market leader
What We're Looking For
Why Join Us?
What you need to do now
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About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Commercial Finance Manager to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance and Finance Director, you will take ownership of key areas of the P&L, including Operations. This is a pivotal role that partners closely with senior stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, drive efficiencies, and influence strategic decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the finance lead for the Operations team, supporting and challenging the Ops Director to optimise c£60m of spend.
- Analyse operational performance, identifying risks and opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Work with Customer, Finance, and Operations teams to maximise Postage & Packaging income and assess the impact of pricing mechanics.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting for Operations and contribute to the 3-year business plan.
- Support investment appraisals for capex and opex projects, ensuring robust cost-benefit analysis.
- Own key P&L lines and parts of the balance sheet, ensuring accurate reporting and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with the Data team to leverage analytics tools and enhance decision-making.
- Contribute to the finance systems roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with 3+ years PQE.
- Strong background in commercial finance and business partnering.
- Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and strong analytical capability.
- Advanced knowledge of finance systems and data tools.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a collaborative team that values integrity, accountability, and innovation.
- Opportunity to make a real impact on business performance and strategic direction.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development support.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
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