Commercial Controller

Care UK Plc; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in the UK is seeking a Commercial Controller for their Finance team. The successful candidate will lead financial planning and support strategic decisions, working closely with senior stakeholders. Ideal applicants should have over 5 years of PQE and strong analytical skills, with the ability to drive performance improvements. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the care sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE or relevant business experience.
• Experience leading budgeting and forecasting in a multi-site environment.
• Significant business partnering experience at Ops Director level.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and divisional budgeting processes.
• Support pricing and revenue management strategy.
• Evaluate investment and new home opportunities.

Skills

Financial planning

Business partnering

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Expert use of Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Commercial Controller

Location: Essex and/or Manchester area - Remote with some travel

Contract Type: Permanent

About Us: At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

We’re now looking for a Commercial Controller to join our Finance team – a high-impact role partnering directly with the Operations Director for the North Division.

The Role: As Commercial Controller, you will lead the commercial partnering and performance support for one of our key operational divisions. This is a strategic role where you’ll be guiding divisional plans, challenging performance, and ensuring the commercial strategy is impactful. You will also play an active role in supporting business transformation, investment evaluations, and strategic performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading financial planning and divisional budgeting processes
• Supporting pricing and revenue management strategy across the division
• Evaluating investment and new home opportunities
• Leading forecasting and performance reviews
• Partnering with senior stakeholders, including presenting to CEO, CFO and COO
• Managing relationships with external stakeholders such as Welltower

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE or relevant business experience
• Significant business partnering experience at Ops Director level or equivalent
• Experience leading budgeting and forecasting in a multi-site environment
• Strong analytical and modelling skills, with expert use of Excel

Why Join Care UK?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!