A rare opportunity for a commercially focused accountant to step away from traditional reporting and into a Commercial Finance Manager role where finance directly shapes business decisions! If you enjoy being close to the action, influencing decisions, challenging thinking and helping a business perform better then this is just the role for you. As Commercial Finance Manager This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact Finance Business Partner role within a well-established professional services organisation operating in complex, project-led environments. Unlike many finance roles, this is not about producing reports or sitting behind spreadsheets. Instead, you will sit at the heart of the business, working directly with senior leaders to shape commercial outcomes, drive performance and support strategic decision making. Finance is genuinely viewed here as a strategic partner to the business, not a back-office function. The Role You will act as a trusted commercial advisor, partnering operational leaders and providing the financial insight that drives smarter decisions and stronger performance. Key responsibilities include: Owning and challenging forecasts and budgets, ensuring revenue, margin and utilisation assumptions are robust and commercially sound Partnering senior stakeholders across the business, providing insight, challenge and support to improve both financial and operational performance Supporting strategic commercial decisions, including pricing strategy, rate cards, investment proposals and client bids Translating financial data into clear, actionable insight for senior leadership and board-level reporting Identifying opportunities to improve performance, simplify processes and enhance financial visibility Supporting key strategic initiatives including growth projects, integration activity and potential acquisition work This is a role where you will be actively involved in shaping decisions, not simply reporting on them after the fact. Why This Role Stands Out Genuine commercial finance exposure High visibility with senior leadership and decision makers A business that values finance as a strategic partner Exposure to complex projects and high-value commercial decisions Opportunity to help shape how finance supports growth and transformation For someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial finance leadership, this role offers a superb platform. About You You will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) who enjoys working closely with stakeholders and influencing business outcomes. You will likely be operating within a Finance Business Partner role or be in a Commercial Finance position wanting leadership and progression. Most importantly, you will enjoy joining the dots, asking the right questions and helping leaders make better decisions. If you are looking for a role where finance truly influences the direction of the business, this opportunity is well worth exploring. For a confidential and consultative discussion, please contact Gifford and Partners for further information.