Commercial Finance Manager

Pertemps Network Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy focused on social impact is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to lead finance operations within a mission-driven team. This hybrid role involves managing financial processes, forecasting, and ensuring the successful delivery of client projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, experience with Xero, and the ability to navigate complex client relationships, bringing a detail-oriented and proactive approach to the role.

Benefits

25 days' holiday (rising to 30 with service)

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end finance in a small organisation.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar systems.
• Experience working with an educational setting, ideally within a Training Provider.

Responsibilities

• Manage core transactional finance processes using Xero.
• Prepare and maintain a cash flow forecast aligned to the P&L.
• Lead client contracting processes and manage operational relationships.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical mindset

Education

Experience in finance management

Experience in an educational setting

Tools

Xero

Job description

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Specialist Recruiter for The Work-Based Learning and Skills SectorPertemps Network Group07894 752230

Commercial Finance Manager – Social Impact and Education Consultancy | Central London (Hybrid)

We’re proud to be partnering with a values-led consultancy working at the heart of public services. This fast-growing firm delivers impactful transformation programmes across central government, education, and health & social care.

As they enter a new growth phase, they are seeking a dynamic Finance & Commercial Manager to join the team in a broad, standalone role. You’ll be accountable for the timely, compliant, and accurate execution of core finance and commercial processes, while also supporting the successful delivery of both internal operations and external client projects.

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Reporting to the CEO, this role will take full ownership of day-to-day financial operations, support strategic financial planning, and lead commercial processes across the business. It’s a hands-on, collaborative post that requires both operational rigour and proactive problem-solving.

• Office based role with the option of work from home on a Friday- Central London

• ��️ 25 days’ holiday (rising to 30 with service)

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�� Key Responsibilities of the Commercial Finance Manager

Finance Operations & Reporting

• Manage all core transactional finance processes using Xero, including timely reconciliation of transactions, maintaining the balance sheet and asset register, and issuing accurate client invoices in collaboration with project leads.

• Prepare and maintain a 52-week cash flow forecast, aligned to the P&L and balance sheet, with reasonable assumptions around payables and receivables.

• Collaborate with the firm’s external accountants to:

o Process monthly payroll

o Submit accurate VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory returns (e.g. HMRC, ONS)

o Produce timely and accurate management accounts and financial reports for senior leaders

• Support financial forecasting and modelling, including scenario planning, investment appraisals, and other ad hoc analysis.

Client & Commercial Management

• Lead the full client contracting process, including preparation of letters of engagement, securing POs, and ensuring timely contract signature using firm-approved templates.

• Manage operational relationships with clients’ commercial and finance teams, ensuring prompt resolution of any payment or contractual queries.

• Oversee mobilisation and closure processes for all client engagements, ensuring agreed actions and documentation are completed and auditable.

• Manage financial and commercial relationships with associates and suppliers, including contracting, purchase order administration, and relationship management.

• Support delivery of complex, multi-party engagements such as international education programmes and managed service contracts, ensuring commercial arrangements are clear, compliant, and effectively managed.

Governance & Strategic Support

• Maintain up-to-date and value-for-money insurance coverage, aligned with client and regulatory requirements.

• Provide commercial input into leadership decisions on pricing, delivery models, and procurement strategies.

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What We're Looking For in the Commercial Finance Manager

• Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end finance in a small organisation

• Strong working knowledge of Xero or similar systems

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across internal teams and client stakeholders

• Strong attention to detail, with a proactive and analytical mindset

• Experience working with an educational setting, ideally within a Training Provider

• It would be an advantage to hold experience working within a small Consultancy/Service Provider

• Comfortable working autonomously, prioritising a wide range of responsibilities

This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially aware finance professional to shape and lead the finance and commercial function of a mission-led consultancy making real change in public services.

Interested? Apply today or get in touch with Simon Atkins for more details- 07894 752230

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, Professional Training and Coaching, and Business Consulting and Services

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