Regional Commercial Finance Manager South Region (Millwall FC, Fulham FC, Brighton & Hove Albion FC, Kent CCC) Competitive salary performance bonus £1,300 flexible benefits fund Full-time | 40 hours | Monday–Friday (with regular site travel) About Sodexo Live! At Sodexo Live!, we create more than events - we deliver unforgettable experiences. From Premier League football to international cricket and world-class entertainment, we partner with some of the UK’s most iconic venues. We are now looking for a Regional Commercial Finance Manager to play a pivotal role across a £30m multi-site portfolio in the South. This is a high-impact position where commercial insight, financial rigour, and operational partnership combine to drive performance. The Opportunity This is not a traditional finance role. You will act as a partner to operational leaders, shaping commercial outcomes, strengthening financial control, and embedding a performance-driven culture across multiple high-profile venues. Working closely with the Account Director and Finance Business Partner, you will lead financial operations across the region - ensuring robust controls, high-quality reporting, and improved profitability across all contracts. Key Responsibilities Commercial Performance & Insight Deliver insight-led, commercially focused reporting to support strategic decision-making Drive profitability through revenue analysis, cost control, and margin optimisation Provide clear, valuable financial insights into contract performance and key drivers Financial Control & Reporting Produce accurate and timely management accounts, budgets, and forecasts Build and maintain a robust financial control environment across all contracts Ensure consistency, integrity, and depth in financial reporting and analysis Partnering & Stakeholder Influence Act as a key finance lead for site operations, building strong relationships with clients and department heads Influence decision-making to ensure commercial value and financial discipline Support client reporting and financial engagement across all sites Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and engage site-based finance teams (including indirect teams) Embed a commercial mindset across operational teams Foster collaboration between finance and on-site departments Process, Systems & Continuous Improvement Drive efficiency in financial processes across the region Support adoption of technology and reporting tools to enhance performance Lead or support mobilisation and demobilisation of contracts About You Experience & Skills Qualified Accountant (or working towards qualification) Strong experience in management accounts, financial reporting, and commercial finance Advanced Excel skills; knowledge of SAP, Essbase, or equivalent systems desirable Proven track record in financial controls, forecasting, and continuous improvement Experience in high-volume hospitality, retail, or catering environments (desirable) Strong understanding of contract management and multi-site operations Personal Attributes Commercially minded, analytical, and results-driven Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, multi-site environment Strong leadership capability with a focus on team development and engagement Why Join Sodexo? Working with Sodexo means being part of something bigger. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and high-profile environment, while benefiting from: Performance bonus and flexible benefits fund (£1,300) Access to wellbeing support, virtual GP, and employee assistance programmes Industry-leading discounts and financial wellbeing tools Career development and progression opportunities A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment Make an Impact If you're a commercially driven finance professional who thrives on partnering with operations, influencing outcomes, and driving performance at scale—this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Apply now and be part of something greater with Sodexo Live!