Commercial Finance Manager

JAG Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing retail group in Central London seeks a Commercial Finance Manager to drive financial strategy across their portfolio of restaurants. The role involves leading financial planning, collaborating with operational teams, and ensuring profitability. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling skills and experience in a multi-site industry. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Career progression and development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Discounted meals across restaurant portfolio

Vibrant team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial finance, ideally within a multi-site industry.
• Strong financial modelling, analysis, and forecasting skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Provide detailed financial analysis and performance reporting.
• Support new restaurant openings and acquisitions with financial modelling.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Analysis

Forecasting

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Excel

Tools

SAP

Navision

Job description

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Base pay range

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Retail/FMCG, Hospitality & TMT Markets - Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Specialist

Job Title: Commercial Finance Manager

Location: Central London

About Us:

My client are a growing, dynamic retail group based in the heart of Central London. Known for their commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences and a focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability. They're seeking a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Finance Manager to help drive financial strategy and commercial success across their portfolio of restaurants.

Role Overview:

As the Commercial Finance Manager, you will be an integral part of our finance team, providing strategic financial support and business insight to our operations and senior leadership team. You will work closely with key stakeholders across various departments to ensure financial objectives are met and that the business is operating efficiently and profitably.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes across the retail group.
• Provide detailed financial analysis and performance reporting for senior management.
• Partner with operational teams to support decision-making, pricing strategies, and cost management.
• Drive commercial insight by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities in financial data.
• Support new restaurant openings and acquisitions with financial modelling and due diligence.
• Evaluate key business metrics such as sales performance, food costs, and labour costs to ensure profitability.
• Work with the Head of Finance and CFO to shape financial strategy and long-term goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment on financial goals.
• Lead a small team of junior finance professionals, providing coaching and development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in commercial finance, ideally within a multi-site industry.
• Strong financial modelling, analysis, and forecasting skills.
• Experience in working with operational teams to deliver financial targets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with the ability to think strategically.
• Strong Excel skills; proficiency in financial software (experience with systems like SAP, Navision, or similar is a plus).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• £70-75k - depending on level of experience
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing and innovative restaurant group.
• Career progression and development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options.
• Discounted meals across our restaurant portfolio.
• A vibrant, collaborative, and supportive team culture.

If you’re passionate about both finance and the retail industry, and you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Finance

• Industries

  Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

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