Commercial Finance Business Partner

PHOENIX Medical Supplies Limited; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Commercial Finance Business Partner to support their Product & Commercial division. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong analytical skills, able to provide financial insight and support decision-making. Competitive salary and benefits include 25 days of annual leave, health cash plans, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

High street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Fully funded training programmes

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant post‑qualification experience in financial analysis.
• Proven experience delivering commercial decision support in fast-paced environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial insight and analytical support for projects.
• Challenge and support the management team on business performance.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business partnering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Finance Business Partner – Product & Commercial

Location: Runcorn (with occasional travel)

Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

PHOENIX Medical Supplies is a leading provider of healthcare and pharmaceutical distribution services across the UK. We are dedicated to delivering operational excellence and supporting sustainable growth through strategic, data‑driven decision‑making.

Our Finance function plays a crucial role in providing insight, control, and commercial guidance to the wider business. We’re now looking for a Commercial Finance Business Partner to join our Financial Reporting and Business Partnering team, supporting our Product & Commercial division with financial analysis, business insight, and strategic input.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide commercial insight and analytical support for projects, process changes, and investment appraisals, including post‑investment reviews.
• Analyse investment opportunities and supply financial data throughout implementation and transition to business‑as‑usual.
• Challenge and support the Management Team on business performance, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Develop and utilise management information systems to drive profitability and support business strategy.
• Support the rollout of self‑serve reporting tools and promote data‑led decision‑making across functions.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, identifying and quantifying their impact on revenue, margin, and cost performance.
• Produce ad‑hoc management reports and financial insights to support decision‑making.

What We’re Looking For

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with relevant post‑qualification experience in financial analysis and business partnering.
• Proven experience delivering commercial decision support in fast‑paced or multi‑sector environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Excellent relationship‑building, communication, and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge and support stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial systems (SAP experience desirable).
• A dynamic, forward‑thinking individual who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Desirable

• Experience in project management or large‑scale transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.

What We Offer

• 25 days (pro rata) annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Medicash – a health cash plan to support everyday healthcare costs (eyecare, prescriptions).
• iTrent Financial Well‑being – an app to help manage and access your pay flexibly.
• High street discounts and offers.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Fully funded accredited training programmes through the Apprenticeship Scheme.