Commercial Finance Manager

Investigo; Banbury; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance firm in Banbury is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to lead financial analysis and support business decisions. This role offers mentorship from an experienced Finance Director and opportunities for career progression into senior finance positions. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants or possess relevant finance experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £55,000

Comprehensive benefits package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working arrangements

Parking provided

Qualifications

• Must possess relevant experience in finance.
• Ambitious professional seeking mentorship and broader responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis to support key business decisions.
• Work closely with operational teams for commercial guidance.
• Produce monthly management accounts and Board reporting.
• Manage annual budgeting processes and quarterly forecasts.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE

Experience in a Finance Business Partner role

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Commercial Finance Manager - Banbury

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Benefits

Are you a Finance Business Partner or Finance Analyst ready to take the next step in your career? This is your opportunity to join a thriving mid-sized business in Banbury and accelerate your professional development under the mentorship of an experienced Finance Director.

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established and growing company based in Banbury, is seeking an ambitious Commercial Finance Manager to join their finance team. This role offers the perfect platform for a finance professional looking to broaden their skill set and take on greater commercial responsibility.

Working directly alongside a highly experienced Finance Director, you'll gain invaluable exposure to senior-level decision making while developing the strategic and commercial acumen that will define your future career trajectory.

What You'll Be Doing

• Commercial Analysis & Insights: Lead detailed financial analysis to support key business decisions and drive profitability
• Business Partnering: Work closely with operational teams to provide commercial guidance and challenge assumptions
• Management Reporting: Produce comprehensive monthly management accounts and Board reporting packs
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Take ownership of the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cycles
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement finance process enhancements to support business growth
• Strategic Projects: Support ad-hoc commercial projects and business case development

Who We're Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or QBE with relevant experience
• Experience in a Finance Business Partner or Finance Analyst role
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• A genuine desire to develop commercially and take on broader responsibilities
• Ambitious professional seeking mentorship and career progression

Why This Role Stands Out

Exceptional Development Opportunity: Work directly with a seasoned Finance Director who is committed to developing talent and sharing their wealth of commercial experience.

Career Progression: This role is designed as a stepping stone to senior finance positions - previous incumbents have progressed to FD and Head of Finance roles.

Varied & Challenging Work: Move beyond traditional finance tasks into commercial strategy, business development support, and cross-functional projects.

Stable, Growing Business: Join a financially robust company with ambitious growth plans, offering genuine career security and advancement opportunities.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent career development and training opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Parking provided
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays