Commercial Business Finance Controller

Ammeraal Beltech; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization is seeking an experienced Commercial Business Finance Controller to oversee financial performance across sales functions. The successful candidate will lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting while partnering with senior management to drive growth and operational efficiency. Candidates must demonstrate strong financial and strategic acumen, with proven experience in a global corporate environment. This role offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to influence strategic decisions within the organization.

Benefits

Dynamic international environment

Influence on strategic decisions

Competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a global company.
• Strong background in financial planning and analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with accounting on monthly reporting for revenue.
• Prepare management reports presenting financial performance.
• Work closely with department heads to support decision-making.
• Monitor working capital and manage receivables and payables.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Strategic mindset

Job description

Commercial Business Finance Controller

Location: Hertford

Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Business Finance Controller to join our global organization. This is a strategic and operational role responsible for overseeing the financial performance of our Sales & Fabrication functions (CSCs). The successful candidate will lead financial planning, analysis, reporting, and forecasting, acting as a trusted business partner to senior management to drive growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes aligned with business objectives.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights.
• Monitor key KPIs, identifying risks and opportunities.

Controlling & Reporting:

• Collaborate with accounting on monthly reporting for revenue and cost allocation.
• Prepare management reports and present financial performance, explaining variances vs. budget and forecasts.

Business Partnering:

• Work closely with department heads to support decision-making with financial insights.
• Act as a trusted advisor, challenging assumptions and supporting strategic initiatives.
• Support investment decisions, pricing strategies, and cost optimization programs.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management:

• Monitor working capital and manage receivables, payables, and inventory efficiently.
• Oversee Capex process and prepare business cases where needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a global company (mandatory).
• Strong background in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Private equity experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment with a strategic mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic, international organization.
• Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and drive business performance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and cover letter