Commercial Finance Business Partner

Michael Page; Wales; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing financial services company in the UK is seeking a Commercial Finance Business Partner to shape the commercial finance function. Responsibilities include leading financial planning and analysis, driving cash flow forecasting, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate holds a professional accounting qualification and has strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 to £70,000 per annum, along with opportunities for growth in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Permanent role with stability

Engaging company culture

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification or QBE required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder liaison.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key business partner across teams.
• Lead financial planning and analysis, delivering forecasts.
• Drive cash flow forecasting and performance improvement.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis into revenue and KPIs.
• Collaborate with IT to enhance reporting accuracy.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in financial software

Advanced Excel skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Professional accounting qualification or QBE

Job description

This role offers genuine scope to shape the commercial finance function and would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Client Details

Fast-growing SME that's doubling turnover and scaling rapidly!

Description

• Act as a key business partner across commercial and operational teams.
• Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A), delivering budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans.
• Own financial evaluation of strategic projects including ROI modelling and scenario planning.
• Drive cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and performance improvement.
• Implement automated dashboards and reporting tools for real-time insights.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis into revenue, margins, and KPIs to identify opportunities and risks.
• Lead the rollout of a company-wide purchase order system to improve spend visibility and governance.
• Collaborate with IT and data teams to enhance reporting accuracy and system integration.
• Contribute to the development of financial controls and scalable processes suitable for a high-growth SME.

Profile

A successful Commercial Finance Business Partner should have:

• A professional accounting qualification or QBE.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range of £55,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• Permanent role with stability and growth opportunities.
• Engaging and supportive company culture.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on financial strategies.