Commercial Finance Manager (6-Month FTC)

Morgan McKinley are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Finance Manager to join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role will focus on finance business partnering, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving financial performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in the financial operations of the business, collaborating closely with key stakeholders to provide financial insights and improve commercial outcomes.

This role is paying £70,000 - £75,000 DOE with hybrid working available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business partnering with key operational and commercial teams, providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.

• Lead and support the preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and budgets.

• Provide financial analysis on business performance, identify trends, and present findings to senior management.

• Assist with the development and implementation of financial strategies to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Drive the commercial review of key projects and initiatives, ensuring financial goals and targets are met.

• Manage the financial forecasting process, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

• Perform financial modelling and scenario analysis to inform key business decisions.

• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts and related reporting.

• Ensure financial controls are maintained and adhered to, contributing to the effective management of risk.

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

Skills & Experience:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.

• Strong business partnering experience with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Excellent Excel skills, including advanced financial modelling and analysis.

• Previous experience in a commercial finance role, with a focus on financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.