Commercial Finance Manager

ZipRecruiter; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail PLC based in Blackburn is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to lead budgeting and forecasting processes, deliver insightful financial analysis, and partner with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or QBE) and relevant experience in financial analysis. The role offers a competitive salary up to £67,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Commercially minded accountant with strong technical foundations.
• Proven experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Deliver financial analysis to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with MD and wider teams for analytical support.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Technical accounting skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or QBE

Job description

Overview

Commercial Finance Manager - £67,000 - Global Retail Business - Blackburn

Your new company: This dynamic retail PLC is in an exciting scale-up phase, having recently secured strategic investment from a well-established player in the retail sector. With a diverse product portfolio and strong growth ambitions, the business is now poised to accelerate its expansion. Backed by enhanced operational and supply chain capabilities from its new ownership, the company is focused on driving efficiency, profitability, and long-term success.

Your new role

• Leading the budgeting and forecasting processes to support strategic planning.
• Delivering insightful financial analysis to enable timely, data-driven decision-making.
• Partnering with the MD, Centre Managers, and wider teams to provide commercial and analytical support.
• Supporting refinancing and restructuring initiatives as the business evolves.
• Collaborating with business partners on function-specific analysis and strategic projects.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• You’ll be a commercially minded accountant with strong technical foundations, ideally qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or QBE.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• The ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for adding value in a fast-paced environment.

What you\'ll get in return

• You’ll get a salary of up to £67,000 depending on your experience.
• You’ll also be part of a well-regarded brand that has scaled up organically through careful strategic planning.

What you need to do now

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