Finance Manager / Commercial Accountant Sandwich £45-60K
Are you a commercially driven finance professional with a passion for partnering the business and influencing performance?
We're working with a progressive, growing manufacturing business seeking a Finance Manager / Commercial Accountant to play a pivotal role at the heart of the organisation. This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership and operational teams to drive smarter decision-making and business success.
The Opportunity
This is a broad and impactful role, combining core financial control with meaningful commercial insight. You'll act as a key link between finance and the wider business, ensuring that accurate, timely information supports strategic and operational decisions.
Key responsibilities include:
* Producing monthly management accounts and presenting results to senior leadership.
* Partnering with commercial teams on project costing and CVR reporting.
* Developing forecasts, models, and scenario analysis to support decision-making.
* Managing and updating weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.
* Collaborating across departments to utilise centralised financial data effectively.
* Acting as a key finance contact, working closely with senior stakeholders including the MD.
Profile
We're looking for someone who blends technical excellence with strong commercial awareness and outstanding communication skills:
* Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Commercial Accountant, ideally within manufacturing or a similar sector.
* Commercially astute, with the ability to interpret data and influence business decisions.
* Confident communicator, able to build relationships across all levels of the business.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight reporting deadlines.
* A collaborative mindset and the ability to act as a bridge between finance and operations.
* Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 would be advantageous.
What You'll Be Doing
* Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge.
* Driving improvements in reporting, forecasting, and business visibility.
* Supporting the business in making informed, commercially sound decisions.
* Ensuring high-quality, timely reporting that underpins performance and strategy.
Why Apply?
* A genuine opportunity to influence business performance and strategy.
* Close collaboration with senior stakeholders in a growing manufacturing environment.
* A role offering both technical depth and commercial exposure.
1. A supportive culture where finance is valued as a key driver of success.
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