Commercial Finance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Lowestoft is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to spearhead financial planning and analysis across multiple manufacturing sites. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact, driving financial insights and managing a team of analysts. The ideal candidate will have a strong finance background in FMCG or manufacturing, with proven leadership skills and a proactive mindset. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Annual bonus structure

Pension

Healthcare

Staff discounts

On-site catering

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Finance experience in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with factory leadership and present financial insights.
• Oversee reporting, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelling.
• Coach and develop a team of FP&A Analysts.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Education

ACCA

ACA

CIMA

Tools

SAP

Job description

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We’re looking for a strategic and analytical Commercial Finance Manager to lead financial planning and analysis across our client's multiple manufacturing sites. If you're a finance professional with strong leadership skills and a background in FMCG or supply chain, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

In this role, you will:

• Manage relationships with factory leadership and present financial insights
• Oversee reporting, variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelling
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and data integrity
• Coach and develop a team of FP&A Analysts
• Provide strategic input on key business decisions and ad hoc projects

What we’re looking for:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent). However, QBE applicants will be considered.
• Finance experience in manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong planning, modelling (desirable), and reporting system skills (SAP preferred)
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• Proactive mindset with excellent communication and analytical abilities

On offer is a salary between £60,000-£70,000 per annum, in addition to the enhanced benefits including a generous annual bonus structure, pension, healthcare, staff discounts, on-site catering and much more.

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