Commercial Finance Manager

Wade Macdonald; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is seeking a Commercial Financial Manager in London. The successful candidate will lead financial analysis for tenders and collaborate with teams to develop proposals. A qualified accountant with strong financial modelling skills and experience in project finance is essential. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Pension

Travel perks

Other benefits

Qualifications

• Strong financial modelling skills and commercial awareness.
• Confident working with complex data and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience in tenders, bids, or project finance advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial modelling and analysis for tenders and strategic bids.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for commercially viable proposals.
• Prepare robust business cases for operational investments.

Skills

Financial modelling

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder influencing

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Commercial Financial Manager - London (Hybrid)
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

About the Client

This is a large and well-established organisation known for its fast-paced and commercially driven environment. They cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities. With a commitment to continuous improvement and high standards, they offer a supportive space for professionals to thrive and grow.

About the Job

A key opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused finance professional to play a pivotal role in shaping strategic and financial outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders, this role will be central to supporting tenders, business case development, and performance analysis.

• Leading financial modelling and analysis to support tenders and strategic bids
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape commercially viable proposals
• Delivering scenario planning, risk assessments and insight to support key decisions
• Monitoring contract or project performance and identifying improvements
• Preparing robust business cases for operational investments
• Managing and mentoring a direct report to ensure high-quality output and development
• Improving financial processes and reporting tools to support commercial activity
• Contributing to efficient financial close in collaboration with relevant teams
• Acting as a trusted finance partner across the business

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong financial modelling skills and commercial awareness. You'll be confident working with complex data, influencing stakeholders, and leading others. Experience in tenders, bids, or project finance will be advantageous, along with the ability to thrive under pressure.

What You Will Receive in Return

In return, you'll join a collaborative and supportive business that offers visibility, responsibility, and room to grow. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, bonus, pension, travel perks and other benefits - all within an environment that values impact, leadership, and continuous development.