Commercial Finance Business Partner

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Commercial Finance Business Partner in the United Kingdom. This position involves financial planning and analysis, cash flow forecasting, and strategic project evaluation. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification and strong analytical skills. The role offers a competitive salary between £55,000 and £70,000, with growth opportunities within a dynamic and supportive company culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary range

Permanent role with stability

Engaging company culture

Opportunities for impact

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification or QBE required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder interaction.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key business partner across commercial and operational teams.
• Lead financial planning and analysis, delivering budgets and forecasts.
• Drive cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial software proficiency

Advanced Excel skills

Initiative in a fast-paced environment

Education

Professional accounting qualification or QBE

Job description

• Dynamic, forward-thinking business
• Fast-growing SME

About Our Client

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

Job 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.

The Successful Applicant

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.

What's on 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.