Harper May is partnering with a growing commodities business that is looking for a Finance Manager to strengthen its finance function. The company operates across global commodity markets and is focused on building a robust financial infrastructure to support trading activity, operational performance, and continued commercial growth. The Role The Finance Manager will play a key role in managing financial reporting, improving financial controls, and supporting commercial decision-making across the business. Working closely with senior management, the role will combine technical accounting responsibilities with operational finance support in a fast-paced trading environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the monthly management accounts process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger integrity Support budgeting and forecasting processes across trading and operational teams Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance across the business Maintain strong financial controls and support improvements to finance processes Assist with statutory reporting, year-end accounts, and audit preparation Provide financial analysis to support trading activity and operational decision-making Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver meaningful financial insight Support system improvements and reporting enhancements within the finance function Candidate Profile ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or close to completion) Experience within commodities, trading, energy, natural resources, or a similar commercial environment Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience producing management accounts Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capability Experience working in a fast-moving, commercially focused environment Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders