Commercial Finance Manager

My client is a PE backed high growth operational business. They are recruiting a Commercial Finance Manager.

The role reports to the FD and will lead a team of 2.

Client Details

My client, based in Surrey is a PE backed, multi-site operational business. They are projected to more than double in size in the next 5 years through organic growth.

Description

• Preparation of reporting packs in conjunction with the various Business department as well as the Board (in line with reporting timelines)
• Preparation of KPI reports together with clear commentary explaining any variances
• Development of data and report preparation processes to improve robustness and efficiency
• Control the annual business planning process with departmental input, cascading the overall strategy to the SLT
• Monitor Group performance against all plans, budgets and forecasts

• Identify and support stakeholders with opportunities for investment case development
• Preparation and submission of final budgets for review at Business Unit level
• Analysis of Commercial (inc. Procurement) performance and KPI reporting
• Analysis of all operational areas performance and KPI reporting

• Financial modelling for a range of scenario analysis to support the making of key decisions across the company
• Forecasting at Business Unit level identifying trends as well as risks and opportunities
• Ad-hoc work during the month for specific issues that are identified. For example, further detailed and deeper analysis of results, problem identification and resolution.
• Investment evaluations for significant capital spend and new sites

Profile

• Qualified, with recent experience in an FP&A/commercial role, ideally in an operational business
• A track record of business partnering with stakeholders to deliver common goals
• Outstanding Excel skills - including modelling
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to understand, present and explain complex data to non finance teams
• Experience of bringing financial information to life in a visual / creative way
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent professional working relationships with people at all levels across the company and externally
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to confidently deal with people across all levels of the business

Job Offer

Salary of £65,000 - £80,000 plus package