We are seeking a commercially astute and hands-on Finance & Commercial Manager to drive financial planning, performance monitoring, and commercial insight across a growing services business. This pivotal role will support ambitious goals to double turnover within 2-3 years.
This role is vital to setting up robust financial controls, improving visibility across the business, and supporting operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Planning & Reporting
o Prepare and present weekly sales and revenue forecasts
o Own the production of monthly and annual Profit & Loss statements
o Develop and maintain cashflow reports and working capital analysis
o Manage weekly and monthly accounting processes
o Lead insurance tracking and cost allocation
* Commercial Insight & Strategy
o Deliver commercial analysis to drive revenue and margin improvements
o Conduct a bottom-up review of overheads
o Provide insights from business performance with a focus on increased profitability
* Operational Finance
o Oversee financials for business services
o Support cost allocation and operational expenses
o Set up and implement an accounting timetable and reporting structure
* Leadership & Team Management
o Take responsibility for change management, delivering growth through focussed MI as part of an effective SLT.
o Support the senior leadership team with commercial and operational insight
o Supervise and develop the small accounts team (2 transactional finance staff)
o Collaborate with the customer service and sales teams -ensuring critical data integrity
o Report into a transitioning leadership team
* Governance & Planning
o Support year-end reporting, including audit prep and statutory compliance
o Drive structured management meetings with timely and accurate reporting
o Assist with long-term financial planning aligned with the company's growth ambitions
Candidate Profile:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) preferred
* Strong understanding of operational businesses and commercial finance
* Proven experience in forecasting, cashflow, and P&L management
* Ability to build structure and implement financial systems and controls
* Commercially minded, proactive, and able to influence strategic decisions
* Experience leading small finance teams and cross-functional collaboration
* Strong communication and business partnering skills with the ability to manage staff to get results.
Benefits:
* Bonus scheme
* Share option
* 25 days holiday
* Pension
* Free parking
* Flexible and hybrid working if required
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