Commercial Finance Manager – Burton-on-Trent
Full-time, Permanent | Rapidly Growing Engineering Business
Alexander Daniels are proud to be partnering with a fast-growing, innovative engineering company who are on an exciting journey of expansion. We’re looking for a Commercial Finance Manager to join their leadership team in Burton-on-Trent, taking ownership of financial performance across two divisions and driving real impact across the business.
This role is far from “just reporting the numbers” – you’ll be the Finance Director’s right hand, a trusted business partner to operational leaders, and the go-to person for turning data into decisions. You’ll also get the opportunity to shape processes, mentor a small team, and influence strategy in a business that truly values finance at the heart of decision-making.
What you’ll be doing:
* Take ownership of management reporting across two divisions.
* Partner with project managers, influencing budgets, spend, and profitability.
* Lead and develop a small, ambitious finance team.
* Drive month-end close, including reconciliations and adjustments.
* Unlock cash and working capital improvements through smarter billing processes.
* Deliver deep-dive financial analysis to support margin growth and operational efficiency.
* Oversee overhead reporting, cash forecasts, and strategic financial planning.
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders, ensuring finance drives better decision-making.
What we’re looking for:
* A fully qualified accountant (ACA / CIMA / ACCA).
* Experience within a project-based environment (engineering, construction, facilities or similar).
* Strong Excel and systems knowledge – someone who can make numbers talk.
* A natural communicator who enjoys business partnering and working closely with non-finance stakeholders.
* Willingness to travel to other sites a couple of times a month.
* Energy, adaptability, and the confidence to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business.
This is an opportunity to join a business that’s going places – where your input won’t just be appreciated, it will directly shape the future of the company.